Calendula Mix-Calendula officinalis

Short Description

Fruition has hand-selected this variety to have a brilliant diversity of colors with dozens of gorgeous, petals on each blossom.

Growing Guidelines

Direct sow (recommended)

1. After the last frost, sow directly outside in the garden.
2. Plant seed 24 to 36 inches apart in all directions.

Transplant method

1. A cool-season plant, calendula can be started indoors in flats, under grow lights 6-8 weeks before the last frost for early season flowering.
2. Seeds germinate in 5-15 days.

Care and Feeding
Plant in full sun to partial shade. Easy to grow and remarkably drought tolerant, calendula also thrives in containers and will readily naturalize when let go to seed.

Transplanting Tips

1. Purchase a good seed starting soil like Espoma Organic seed starting mix or Coast of Maine.
2. Use a small greenhouse tray(tray with a clear plastic dome) to germinate your seeds.
3. When it's time to transplant into the garden, use a fertilizer like Espoma Flower-tone or Espoma Plant-tone.

Need more information or gardening supplies? Contact your local independent garden center.

Marigolds

Annual

Transplant Only: Sow 4 weeks before last frost shallowly, 2 seeds per cell and thin to 1, keeping soil surface moist until emergence. Transplant to larger containers when true leaves appear. Harden off and transplant outside when the danger of frost has passed with 12" between plants. Deadhead for blossoms all season.

• Sowing Date: Indoors before last frost
• Seed Depth: 1/4 inch
• Days to Germination: 4-7 days at 75-80°F
• Days to Maturity: 60
• Plant spacing after thinning: 12 inches
• Height: 12 inches

Need more information or gardening supplies? Contact your local independent garden center.