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Calendula Seeds - Sunset Mix

A fiery horizon is fleeting, but these sunny blooms last all season

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About the Variety

Key Features

Frost Tolerant
Drought Tolerant
Prefers Lean Soil
Clay Soil Tolerant
Container Friendly
Attracts Bees
Attracts Butterflies
Fast Growing
Easy to Grow
Perfect for Cut Flowers
Perfect for Borders
Perfect for Dried Flowers
Medicinal
Edible
Deer Resistant
Rabbit Resistant
Deters Insects

Plant Details

BOTANICAL NAME

Calendula officinalis

LIFE CYCLE

  • Annual

SEED TYPE

  • Heirloom Seed
  • Open Pollinated Seed

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

  • Full Sun

BLOOM SEASON

  • Spring through Fall

DAYS TO MATURITY

  • 60 to 90 days

GROWTH HABIT

  • Clumping
  • Mounding

PLANT HEIGHT

  • 12 to 24 inches

PLANT TYPE

  • Double

COLOR

  • Mixed

Calendula is typically grown for its floral beauty, but it is also famously used as an edible flower as well.

  • • Stunning colors that brings depth to your beds
  • • Easy to grow pollinator attractor that works for any garden
  • • Favors full sun exposure

Planting Information

PLANTING SEASON

  • Fall
  • Spring

SOWING METHOD

  • Direct Sow

PLANTING DEPTH

  • 1/4 inch

WATER NEEDS

  • Average

PLANT SPACING

  • 8 to 10 inches

HARDINESS ZONES

  • N/A - Annual

COVERAGE

Amount Avg Seed Count Recommended Coverage
Packet 164 Up to 80 Sq. Ft
1 Ounce 3,900 Up to 625 Sq. Ft
1/4 Pound 15,600 Up to 2,500 Sq. Ft

Planting Guide

View our Calendula Planting Guide to learn more.

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    Calendula Seeds - Sunset Mix FAQs

    What is Sunset Mix Calendula also known as?

    Sunset Mix Calendula is also known as Pot Marigold, Ruddles, and Scotch Marigold.

    Is Sunset Mix Calendula resistant to animals or disease?

    Sunset Mix Calendula is deer resistant and rabbit resistant, meaning deer and rabbits generally avoid it due to its taste, texture, or aroma.

    Customer Reviews

    Overall rating: 3.6 / 5 from 5 reviews.

    These make a good addition to Honey Hills u pick flower farm. I have to start these in flats and transplant. I’m burdened with poor clay soil and have difficulty direct seeding them.

    David P. 4/5 Verified

    Calendula Seeds - Sunset Mix

    These didn’t sprout at all

    Arizona 1/5 Verified

    Calendula Seeds - Sunset Mix

    Store owner replied: Hello Arizona. Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience. Calendula Seeds prefer cooler weather, so planting in late spring or summer can cause poor germination, We're happy to hear our Customer Service Team was able to assist you. At Eden Brothers, we’re always striving to improve our planting guides, and your feedback plays a big role in that. We truly appreciate your support and wish you a beautiful rest of your gardening season!

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