Fothergill's Calendula Funky Stuff Seeds

Details:

• Botanical Name: Calendula officinalis, a traditional and dependable member of the Calendula genus.
• Plant Class: Hardy Annual, providing quick, reliable growth that flowers beautifully in the same season as sowing.
• Distinctive Blooms: Produces large, eye-catching semi-double flowers in a bright, cheering yellow colour that adds unique texture to your garden display.
• Growth Habit & Size: Displays a full, bushy habit reaching a height of 50cm (20in) and a spread of 30cm (1ft), making it ideal for filling gaps in mid-border displays.
• Versatile Utility: An exceptional choice for homegrown cut flower arrangements and a robust option for informal cottage garden settings.
• Edible Elements: Highly versatile, the peppery petals and leaves of this variety can be harvested and added to summer salads for a burst of natural colour.
• Wildlife Friendly: Rich in nectar, the bright blooms are highly attractive to bees, butterflies, and other beneficial garden pollinators.

Care Instructions:

• Sowing Position: Sow seeds directly outdoors where they are to flower, selecting a well-drained site positioned in full sun.
• Spacing: Thin seedlings out to allow for the natural 30cm (1ft) spread, ensuring good air circulation and robust stem development.
• Maintenance: Deadhead spent blooms regularly to promote a continuous succession of new flower heads throughout the summer months.