Ivory Princess Calendula Flower

Seedsaver Exchange - Ivory Princess Calendula Flower Seeds - This calendula’s elegant look and refined color complement any selection of flowers, herbs, and vegetables. Easy-to-grow plants typically reach 18-24" tall and produce abundant, edible blooms of cream-colored petals that surround a dark-red center base. Flowers bloom from late spring to autumn; their tangy-tasting petals can be used fresh or dried in soups, baked goods, and salads. Like other calendula varieties, ‘Ivory Princess’ attracts beneficial insects and pollinators and repels unwanted pests. Annual. 60 days. 

• Self-seeding, hardy annual
• Plants grow to 18-24 inches tall
• Blossoms are edible
• Great for container growing
• 250 Seeds

 Instructions: Sow seeds indoors 1/4" deep. Transplant outdoors after the last frost. Can also be directly sown outdoors after the last frost. Prefers light well-drained soil and will tolerate dry conditions. Good cut flower. Calendula petals are edible and have a tangy slightly sweet flavor.

• Start Indoors: 6-8 weeks before the last frost
• Germination: 5-15 Days
• Plant Outdoors: 6-18” Apart
• Light: Sun/Partial Shade

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