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Quick Info

Plant In

Feb.-April July-Aug.

Sun/Shade

Full sun

Planting Depth

1/2 in. deep

Space Seeds

1 in. apart

Days to Germinate

7-14 days

Mature Height

18-24 in.

Calendula

Sunset Mix

Sunset Mix

(Calendula officinalis)

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Quick Info

Plant In

Feb.-April July-Aug.

Sun/Shade

Full sun

Planting Depth

1/2 in. deep

Space Seeds

1 in. apart

Days to Germinate

7-14 days

Mature Height

18-24 in.

(Calendula officinalis)

These carefree, early blooming flowers shine happily on sturdy branching plants. Sunset Mix offers semi-double 2 to 3 inch blossoms in satiny shades of orange, apricot, rosy-peach and cream, many with petals backed with deep red or maroon. They add sparkle to country-style bouquets and always attract visiting butterflies. Calendula petals have been used for centuries in soothing lotions and salves. Their edible petals make colorful salad garnishes.

Seed Count: Approx. 55 / Weight: 1 g

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Quick Info

Plant In

Feb.-April July-Aug.

Sun/Shade

Full sun

Planting Depth

1/2 in. deep

Space Seeds

1 in. apart

Days to Germinate

7-14 days

Mature Height

18-24 in.

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GROWING INSTRUCTIONS

Hardy Annual

Spring/fall bloom.

Takes light frost.

To Start Outdoors

Calendulas bloom best in cool weather, so plant in early spring. Sow seeds 1 inch apart in well-drained soil in full sun. Cover ½ inch deep, firm soil and keep seed bed moist. Germination takes 1 to 2 weeks. After seedlings are well established, thin or transplant 8 inches apart to allow for good air circulation and discourage mildew. Calendulas can be sown again in midsummer for fall bloom.

To Start Early Indoors

In early spring, sow seeds 1 inch apart in a container of seed starting mix and cover ½ inch deep. Keep evenly moist as seedlings emerge and provide a good light source until ready to plant outdoors. Transplant when seedlings are about 2 to 3 inches tall after gradually acclimating plants to outdoor conditions.

Thin or Transplant

Space seedlings 8 inches apart for best performance.

Growing Notes

Plant when weather is cool to get sturdy plants that bloom for many weeks if faded flowers are removed. Grow this quick-flowering, easy annual along with snapdragons, cornflowers and pansies for late spring bloom. In mild climates, sow again in late summer for winter or very early spring flowers.

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