
Dhara Seeds
Calendula Pacific Beauty Mixed Seeds
Estimated delivery between Marsch 27 and Marsch 30.
Product Description:
Transform your garden with the Calendula 'Pacific Beauty Mixed', a classic variety known for its cheerful, bright flowers in a wide range of sunny hues. With shades of orange, yellow, apricot, and cream, this mixture creates a dazzling display and provides a long-lasting burst of color from spring through fall.
Features:
Vibrant, Multi-Colored Blooms: Showcasing a palette of bold oranges, sunny yellows, soft apricots, and creamy whites, these daisy-like flowers bring diversity to your garden.
Long Blooming Season: Enjoy continuous blooms from spring to the first frost, keeping your garden lively for months.
Bee and Butterfly Friendly: A pollinator favorite, this calendula variety attracts bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects.
Low Maintenance: Perfect for gardeners of all skill levels, 'Pacific Beauty Mixed' is easy to grow and requires minimal care.
Edible Flowers: The colorful petals are not only visually appealing but also edible, adding flair to salads, teas, or desserts.
Specifications:
Plant Type: Calendula (Marigold family)
Color Range: Orange, yellow, apricot, cream
Height: 18-24 inches (45-60 cm)
Spread: 12-15 inches (30-38 cm)
Sunlight Requirement: Full sun to partial shade
Soil Requirements: Prefers well-draining soil but adapts well to various soil types
Season: Blooms spring through fall
Hardiness: Thrives as an annual in USDA zones 3-10
Planting Depth: Sow seeds 1/4 inch (0.6 cm) deep
Spacing: 8-12 inches (20-30 cm) apart
Germination Time: 7-10 days
Uses: Ideal for borders, containers, and as cut flowers. Petals can also be used in cooking or skincare preparations.
Growing Tips:
Sow seeds directly outdoors in early spring once the soil is workable or start indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost.
Deadhead spent flowers regularly to encourage continuous blooming.
Tolerates light frost and thrives in cooler weather, making it perfect for extending the blooming season.