Calendula - Single Orange (Seeds)

Bright, cheerful, and wonderfully versatile, Single Orange Calendula produces vivid, deep-orange single blooms from spring through fall. These edible flowers have lightly tangy petals that are perfect for sprinkling over salads, decorating cakes, or drying for use in teas and warm drinks. They’re as useful in the kitchen as they are beautiful in the garden.

This hardy annual is an excellent cool-season cutting flower, featuring straight, sturdy stems that hold up well in arrangements. Calendula is easy to grow from seed and performs best when direct sown in spring. Once established, plants are fairly drought tolerant, making them a good option for low-water gardens or xeriscaping.

Removing spent blooms will keep plants looking tidy and encourage continued flowering throughout the season.

Growing Information

• Plant type: Hardy annual

• Exposure: Full sun to partial shade

• Sowing depth: 5 mm (¼")

• Germination: 6–14 days

Uses & Features

• Edible, tangy petals

• Ideal for decorating cakes and salads

• Petals can be collected and dried for tea

• Excellent cut flower with sturdy stems

• Long bloom period from spring to fall

An easy, rewarding flower that brings colour, flavour, and charm to both the garden and the kitchen. 🌼