French Calendula Calendula officinalis flower seeds for backyard garden planting

French Calendula Seeds (Calendula officinalis) grow into vibrant, bushy plants with bright, daisy-like flowers. Ideal for backyard gardens, borders, and containers, Calendula is easy to cultivate and provides continuous blooms throughout the growing season. Known for attracting pollinators, this variety adds color, texture, and life to any garden setting.

Features:

• Bright Orange and Yellow Blooms: Produces cheerful, daisy-like flowers that brighten gardens.
• Compact & Bushy Growth: Suitable for flower beds, borders, and container planting.
• Continuous Flowering: Blooms from early spring through fall with minimal care.
• Pollinator Friendly: Attracts bees and butterflies.
• Easy to Grow: Ideal for beginner and experienced gardeners.

Specifications:

• Scientific Name: Calendula officinalis
• Variety: French Calendula
• Plant Type: Annual flowering plant
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 2–11
• Germination Time: 7–14 days
• Optimal Germination Temperature: 65–70°F (18–21°C)
• Sunlight Requirement: Full sun
• Soil Type: Well-draining, moderately fertile soil
• Watering Needs: Moderate; avoid waterlogging
• Planting Season: Spring after the last frost
• Bloom Time: Spring through fall
• Height: 12–18 inches
• Spacing: 8–12 inches apart
• Ideal For: Backyard gardens, flower beds, borders, containers, and pollinator-friendly spaces

Planting Guide:

1. Sow seeds directly in prepared garden soil or start indoors 4–6 weeks before the last frost.
2. Lightly cover seeds with soil and keep consistently moist until germination.
3. Thin seedlings to 8–12 inches apart for optimal growth.
4. Provide full sun and moderate watering for healthy blooms.
5. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continuous flowering and prolong the bloom season.