& Calendula Art Shades Mixed Seed Tape 1 Seed Packet

This hardy annual is really easy for anyone to grow and is the perfect variety for adding a splash of colour to beds and borders. Calendula 'Art Shades' produces large frilled blooms in spectacular shades of apricot, orange, primrose and cream. In most garden situation this particular variety will have a long-flowering period and makes a great cut flower. Direct sow calendula seeds outdoors where they are to grow from April to May. Choose a position in full sun on well drained soil which has been raked to a fine tilth. Sow seeds thinly, at a depth of 1cm (1/2") in drills spaced 30cm (12") apart and cover seed with its own depth of soil to exclude light. Water the ground regularly, especially during dry periods. Germination usually takes 5-10 days. When calendula seedlings are large enough to handle, thin them out to 30cm (12") apart. Alternatively, sow indoors from March to April at a temperature of 18-23C (65-73F). When seedlings are large enough to handle, transplant and grow them on in cooler conditions until large enough to plant outdoors. For winter or early spring flowering, sow calendula in late summer or early autumn and grow plants on in a cool greenhouse or conservatory. Water regularly until plants are fully established. Deadhead faded calendula flowers to encourage more blooms to be produced and prevent them from self seeding. Product Specifications: . Position in: full sun . Height: Up to 60cm . Spread: Up to 20cm Supplied as 1 x Seed Packet (80 Seeds - Seed Tape) Delivered with growing and care instructions Images shown are for guidance only of the expected results from plants upon maturity. Different growing conditions might vary results. Image may be included for illustration of supply but can vary due to seasonality changes (e.g. deciduous plants lose leaves in colder months). Features: The perfect variety for adding a splash of colour to beds and borders Has a long flowering period for lasting colour in the garden Produces large frilled blooms in spectacular shades of apricot, orange, primrose and cream 1 x Seed Packet (80 Seeds - Seed Tape) Specifications: Model Number: 60772