Flowers – Calendula – Hope Seeds Blend

5047    Calendula officinalisAnnual. 50 days. Calendula is native to the Mediterranean, South Asia, and much of Europe. It’s one of the oldest of all cultivated flowers. 20-24″ tall plants produce 2-3″ flowers of orange, yellow, apricot and cream, often with a bronze underside and dark centers from June until the first hard frost. Calendula flowers are not just ornamental – they are also edible. The petals can be added to salads, herbal teas, or baked goods, bringing a splash of colour and a mildly tangy flavor. Also used in herbal remedies and skincare products for its soothing, anti-inflammatory properties. Easy to grow from seed, self-sows readily. Attracts pollinators, deters pests, deer and rabbit resistant.~200 seeds/packet