Calendula 'Pacific Beauty Mixed' Seeds

Calendula 'Pacific Beauty Mixed' (Calendula officinalis)

'Pacific Beauty Mixed' is a hardy annual reaching up to 60 cm in height. This fast-growing, bushy plant produces large, double blooms in a spectrum of warm colors, including orange, yellow, apricot, and persimmon. Ideal for beds, borders, containers, and as cut flowers, it is also commonly known as "Pot Marigold."

Sowing and Growing Guidelines:

• Propagation Method: Seeds can be sown directly outdoors or started indoors to raise seedlings.
  
• Sowing Depth: Plant seeds approximately 6 mm deep.
  
• Sowing Seasons: Spring and autumn are ideal for sowing.
  
• Germination Period: Seeds typically germinate within 7–14 days at temperatures between 20–22°C.
  
• Hardiness/Life Cycle: This variety is a hardy annual.
  
• Plant Spacing: Space plants 20–25 cm apart to allow for healthy growth.
  
• Plant Height: Plants can grow up to 60 cm tall.
  
• Preferred Position: Thrives in full sun but can tolerate partial shade; prefers moist, well-drained soil. 
• Days Until Maturity: Blooms typically appear 45–56 days after sowing.
  

Additional Cultivation Tips:

• Soil Preparation: Calendula is adaptable to various soil types but thrives in well-draining, fertile soil rich in organic matter or aged compost.

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