Neon Calendula Seeds - Calendula Officinalis, 50 seeds

Quantity: 50 Seeds / pack

Neon Calendula (Calendula officinalis) bears glowing orange double blooms edged in burgundy on sturdy plants about 28 inches tall - a standout in flower trials. The petals are edible, and the long stems make it a fine cut flower.

Why choose our seeds?

• Glowing orange double blooms edged in burgundy
• Edible petals for salads and garnishes
• Easy to grow; blooms for months with deadheading

How to grow Neon Calendula seeds

Choose Your Planting Method

• Indoors: Start 4-6 weeks before the last frost.
• Outdoors: Direct sow in early spring once the soil reaches about 60°F (16°C).

Prepare Your Materials

• Seed-starting trays or pots (if indoors)
• Well-draining seed-starting mix or prepared bed

Sowing the Seeds

• Sow 1/2 inch deep and cover with soil to exclude light.
• Water regularly until seedlings are established.

Provide the Right Conditions

• Light: Darkness aids germination; full sun after sprouting.
• Temperature: 65-73°F (18-23°C).

Germination

• Seedlings typically emerge in 5-10 days.
• Thin or transplant when seedlings are large enough to handle.

Transplanting

• Transplant after the last frost; calendula tolerates cool weather.
• Space plants about 12 inches apart.

Care Tips

• Sun: Full sun.
• Water: Keep evenly moist until established; do not overwater mature plants.
• Fertilizer: Not heavy feeders - average soil is fine.
• Deadhead faded flowers to keep blooms coming and prevent self-seeding.

Bloom Time:

Late spring to fall; plants may pause in extreme summer heat and resume as it cools.