Safflower Seeds for Planting – Drought-Tolerant Medicinal Flower Seeds

Safflower (Carthamus tinctorius) – Drought-Tolerant Medicinal Flower Seeds for Planting
Enhance your garden with Safflower (Carthamus tinctorius) seeds, producing vibrant, showy blooms ideal for garden beds, borders, and container planting. These hardy, Non-GMO flowers attract bees, butterflies, and other pollinators while providing long-lasting seasonal color. Easy-to-grow and low-maintenance, Safflower adds ornamental charm, texture, and beauty to backyard landscapes.

Features:

1. Produces vibrant blooms attracting pollinators
2. Ideal for garden beds, borders, and container planting
3. Heirloom Non-GMO seeds for reliable growth
4. Easy-to-grow, hardy, and low-maintenance
5. Adds seasonal color, texture, and ornamental charm

Specifications:

1. Botanical Name: Carthamus tinctorius
2. Common Name: Safflower
3. Family: Asteraceae
4. Origin: Native to arid regions of Asia and Africa
5. Plant Type: Annual flowering plant
6. Height: 30–90 cm (12–36 in)
7. Spread: 30–60 cm (12–24 in)
8. Bloom Time: Summer to early fall
9. Light Requirement: Full sun
10. Soil Type: Well-drained, fertile soil
11. Watering: Moderate; drought-tolerant once established
12. Spacing: 30–60 cm apart
13. USDA Zones: 3–10

Planting & Growing Guide:

1. Sow seeds indoors 6–8 weeks before the last frost or directly outdoors after frost passes.
2. Select a sunny location with well-drained soil.
3. Keep soil lightly moist until germination, typically 7–14 days.
4. Thin seedlings to 30–60 cm apart for optimal growth.
5. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming.