Outsidepride 1000 Seeds Annual Calendula Orange King Pot Marigold Flower Seeds for Planting - Perfect for Garden Beds, Borders & Container Gardening

Hardy Container Plant Calendulas make for excellent container plants, whether in a hanging basket or in a pot on the patio! Calendula (Calendula Officinalis Orange King) Calendula seeds are a long time favorite among gardeners because they are easy to start directly outdoors. Calendula is also known as Pot Marigold, likely named for its similar appearance to marigolds and its fondness for containers. The flowers are a sunny, golden color, and the leaves are bright green and typically about 4 inches long. The lower leaves are oval with a rounded tip and upper leaves are lance shaped with pointed tips. Calendula plants are easy to grow from seeds in average soil and are bothered by few pests or cultural problems, as long as the soil is well-drained. Calendula is also used as a culinary herb in many tasty dishes: it is usually cooked for use in soups, sauces, and preserves, but also can be eaten raw in salads and as a garnish for other dishes. Edible Show Flower How to Grow Pot Marigold seeds can be sown outdoors in prepared beds after last frost. Lightly cover the flower seed with peat moss and keep it moist until germination occurs. Indoors, grow in loam-based potting compost (No. 2) in full light; water moderately. Transplant plants in Spring after danger of frost has passed. Calendula flowers self-sow freely, so deadhead if you do not want volunteer seedlings next season. On the other hand, you may want to allow the plant to return year after year! Plant Specifications Season: Annual USDA Zones: 4 - 10 Height: 24 inches Bloom Color: Orange Bloom Season: Spring through fall Environment: Full sun to partial shade Soil Type: Moist, well-drained, pH 5.8 - 6.5 Sowing Rate: 3 - 4 seeds per plant