- Easy to grow delightful dwarf mix
- A zesty mix of citrus colours
What you need to know:
- 1 x Thompson & Morgan Calendula Fruit Twist
- Number of Seeds: 60
- Eventual Plant Height: Up To 15cm (5.9in)
- Eventual Plant Spread: Up To 20cm (7.9in)
- Hardiness & Longevity: Hardy Annual
- Ideal For: Patio, Kitchen GardenCottage GardensWildlife GardensCut Flower GardenCoastal Garden
- Position In: Full Sun
- Sowing Months: September - June
- Flowering Months: May to September
- Sowing Instructions: Sow calendula seeds outdoors where they are to grow from April to May. Choose a position in full sun on well drained soil which has been raked to a fine tilth. Sow seeds thinly, at a depth of 1cm (1/2") in drills spaced 30cm (12") apart and cover seed with its own depth of soil to exclude light. Water the ground regularly, especially during dry periods. Germination usually takes 5-10 days. When calendula seedlings are large enough to handle, thin them out to 30cm (12") apart. Alternatively, sow indoors from March to April at a temperature of 18-23C (65-73F). When seedlings are large enough to handle, transplant and grow them on in cooler conditions until large enough to plant outdoors. For winter or early spring flowering, sow calendula in late summer or early autumn and grow plants on in a cool greenhouse or conservatory.
- Growing Information: Water regularly until plants are fully established. Deadhead faded calendula flowers to encourage more blooms to be produced and prevent them from self seeding. Culinary note: Calendula flowers are edible. The petals have been used as a substitute for saffron, and they make a bright and zesty addition to salads.
