Calendula Seeds – Orange Flash

About the Variety

Blooms of Orange Flash Calendula impress at up to three inches across atop stems stretching 24 inches tall. Sweet, soft apricot blooms with a darker bronze underside brings beauty to the garden and a versatility to the kitchen. Blooming summer through fall, pick the blooms and enjoy them fresh or dried in salads, desserts, and baked goods.

Key Features

Frost Tolerant, Drought Tolerant, Prefers Lean Soil, Clay Soil Tolerant, Container Friendly, Attracts Bees, Attracts Butterflies, Fast Growing, Easy to Grow, Perfect for Cut Flowers, Perfect for Borders, Perfect for Dried Flowers, Medicinal, Edible, Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Deters Insects

Plant Details

Planting Information

Planting Guide

When to Plant

Calendula can be sown directly outdoors, after the threat of frost. They can also be started indoors in trays, three to four weeks before your final frost date. Calendula performs best in the cool weather of spring, and often droops when summer sets in. In warmer zones that experience a mild winter, Calendula can be planted in late fall for blooms throughout winter and early spring. Where to plant Calendula prefers to be planted in a location that receives full sun, in moderately fertile, well-drained soil. During the heat of summer, afternoon shade is welcomed.

How to Plant

Plant Calendula seeds in rows, eight to ten inches apart, pressing 1/2 inch deep. This covering is important as sunlight can disrupt germination. Keep soil moist but not waterlogged. Seeds should germinate within a week.

How to Care for

Water regularly until plants are established. Pinch off spent blooms to encourage new growth. A layer of mulch in the spring around the base of the emerged plants may help discourage weeds and keep your soil moist. Mature plants need water occasionally and are actually drought tolerant once established.