Calendula officinalis

Butterfly Flowers

EXCLUSIVE – These carefree, early blooming flowers shine happily on sturdy branching plants. Flashback offers semi-double 2 to 3 inch blossoms in satiny shades of orange, apricot, rosy-peach and cream, many with petals backed with deep red or maroon. They add sparkle to country-style bouquets and always attract visiting butterflies. Calendula petals have been used for centuries in soothing lotions and salves. Their edible petals make colorful salad garnishes.

Seed Count: Approx. 55 / Weight: 1 g

Plant In	Sun/Shade	Planting Depth	Space Seeds	Days to Germinate	Mature Height
Feb. - April July - Aug.	Full sun	1/2 inch	1 inch	7 - 14 days	18 - 24 inches

HARDY ANNUAL

Spring/fall bloom

Takes light frost

TO START OUTDOORS

Calendulas bloom best in cool weather, so plant in early spring. Sow seeds 1 inch apart in well-drained soil in full sun. Cover 1/2 inch deep, firm soil and keep seed bed moist. Germination takes 1 to 2 weeks. After seedlings are well established, thin or transplant 8 inches apart to allow for good air circulation and discourage mildew. Calendulas can be sown again in midsummer for fall bloom.

TO START EARLY INDOORS

In early spring, sow seeds 1 inch apart in a container of seed starting mix and cover 1/2 inch deep. Keep evenly moist as seedlings emerge and provide a good light source until ready to plant outdoors. Transplant when seedlings are about 2 to 3 inches tall after gradually acclimating plants to outdoor conditions. Thin or transplant seedlings 8 inches apart for best performance.

GROWING NOTES

Plant when weather is cool to get sturdy plants that bloom for many weeks if faded flowers are removed. Grow this quick-flowering, easy annual along with snapdragons, cornflowers and pansies for late spring bloom. In mild climates, sow again in late summer for winter or very early spring flowers.

Calendula Seeds

Organic Calendula - Metchosin Farm Seeds

Calendula - Good Earth Farms

Wildflower Pollinator Mix - Saanich Organics

Calendula Pacific Beauty Mix - West Coast Seeds

Calendula Fiesta Gitana - West Coast Seeds

Calendula Art Shades - Mr. Fothergill's Seeds

Hummingbird & Butterfly Mix BONUS PACK - Cornucopia Seeds

Calendula Pacific Beauty - Cornucopia Seeds

Calendula Flashback - Renee's Garden

Calendula Snow Princess - Salt Spring Seeds

Calendula Simple Orange - Saanich Organic

Old Fashion Flower Garden - McKenzie Seeds