Description

Calendula 'Resina' Organic Seeds (Calendula officinalis) offer vibrant yellow, daisy-like blooms with rich resin-filled petals, making it a favorite among herbalists. This frost-tolerant annual grows 24″ tall and 18″ wide, often continuing to bloom even in snowy conditions. Resina's petals have been used for medicinal purposes for centuries and are also edible. Add the bright flowers to egg dishes, casseroles, baked goods, salads, or sandwiches for both beauty and flavor.

Botanical Name: Calendula officinalis
Family: Asteraceae
Native: Probably the Mediterranean region
Hardiness: Frost-tolerant annual; may reseed to come back following year.
Plant Dimensions: 24″ tall, 18″ wide
Variety Information: 2″ yellow or orange flowers with gold centers
Exposure: Full sun
Bloom Period: Spring to frost
Attributes: Attracts Pollinators, Cut Flower, Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Edible Flower

When to Sow Outside: Cold Climates: 2 to 4 weeks before your average last frost date. Mild Climates: Early spring for summer bloom and late summer for winter bloom. Ideal soil temperature for germination is 68°–85°F.
When to Start Inside: 4 to 6 weeks before your average last frost date; recommended for cold climates.
Days to Emerge: 5–15 days
Seed Depth: ¼”–½”
Seed Spacing: A group of 4 seeds every 12″
Thinning: When 2″ tall, thin to 1 every 12″

33 seeds