- A hardy annual, it can be sown where it is to flower
- An easy to grow, old fashioned border favourite
- Always reliable in wet or dry summers
- Quick and easy ‘pot marigold’
- 60 cm growing height
Mr Fothergill’s Seeds Ltd 23545 Flower Seeds, Calendula Art Shades Mixed
£2.07
Description
Sow and Grow: Sow outdoors, March-May or August-October, where they are to flower, 0.5 cm (1/4-inch) deep, directly into finely-prepared, well-drained soil, which has already been watered. Seedlings usually appear in 7-21 days. Thin seedlings to 23 cm (9-inch) apart. For a continuous display, make sowings at two to three-week intervals. Water well until plants are established. Late summer and autumn sowings will flower the following year. Flowers: May-September.
Hints and Tips: Remove dead heads to prolong flowering season. Sow a few seeds, late June, and in most years, you will have blooms until first frosts.
Pest and Disease Advice: Edible: Calendula flowers and leaves can be added to salads.
Additional information
Weight | 10 kg |
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Dimensions | 7.6 × 0.5 cm |
Package Dimensions | 14.8 x 7.6 x 0.5 cm; 10 Grams |
Part number | 23545 |
Expected blooming period | Summer to Autumn |
Moisture needs | Regular Watering |
Sunlight exposure | Full Sun |
Item model number | 23545 |
ASIN | B001RTGDR2 |
Date First Available | 1 May 2010 |
Manufacturer | Mr Fothergill?s Seeds Ltd |
Tr1x85 –
They propagated and grew
Michael McNulty –
Good value good take up of seeds