Calendula officinalis Seeds (Orange King Calendula)

Orange King Calendula (Calendula officinalis) is a vibrant and eye-catching plant with striking orange flowers. Also known as Pot Marigold or English Marigold, it is a member of the Asteraceae family. This annual plant typically reaches a mature height of about 1-2 feet. Its bright, daisy-like flowers bloom abundantly from spring to early fall, attracting pollinators like bees and butterflies. Orange King Calendula is easy to grow, making it a popular choice for gardens and borders. It thrives in USDA hardiness zones 2-11 and can be easily propagated through Calendula officinalis seeds.

Growing Calendula officinalis from Seed

• Growth cycle: Annual
• Watering: Medium
• Sunlight: Full Sun
• Suitable climates: Arid, Highland, Mediterranean, Semiarid
• Where to grow: Outdoors
• Flower color: Orange

Germinating Orange King Calendula Flower Seeds

To germinate Calendula officinalis, sow the seeds in well-drained soil, maintaining a temperature of around 70°F (21°C). Keep the soil moist until the seeds sprout, which usually takes around 7-14 days.

We source all of our Calendula officinalis seeds from a small greenhouse facility based in southeastern Maine and store them in a dark, temperature-controlled environment before shipment. You’ll find that our fresh Orange King Calendula seeds are much easier to germinate than the mass-produced packets of flower seeds found in stores! If you have any trouble growing Orange King Calendula seeds, we’re happy to send you additional gardening tips. In the (unlikely) event that your Calendula officinalis seeds do not germinate at all, we’ll give you a full refund, no questions asked.

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