Calendula Seeds - Ball's Improved Orange Calendula officinalis
- Amazing orange blooms that are a classic for any garden
- Great for cut flowers or even as a salad garnish
- Favors full sun exposure
Shipping Schedule
Seeds are shipped year-round, while perennials & bulbs are shipped seasonally. Pre-ordered bulbs ship at the proper planting time for your zone. Spring pre-orders are placed any time before March 1. Fall pre-orders are placed any time before September 1. These items will not ship immediately, but will be delivered at the ideal time for planting. Orders containing both seeds and bulbs may be split into multiple shipments. Click here for more shipping information.
| Pre-Ordered Spring Bulbs & Perennials | Shipping Begins |
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| Zones 9 - 12 | Late February to Early March |
| Zone 8 | Early to Mid March |
| Zone 7 | Mid to Late March |
| Zone 6 | Early April |
| Zone 5 | Late April |
| Zones 2 - 4 | Late April to Early May |
| In-season orders ship immediately at the time of purchase to all zones until inventory is depleted. | |
| Saffron Crocus & Bearded Iris | Shipping Begins |
| All Zones | Late August |
| Pre-Ordered Fall Bulbs | Shipping Begins |
| Zones 2 - 5 | Mid to Late September |
| Zone 6 | Late September |
| Zone 7 | Late September to Early October |
| Zones 8 - 12 | Early to Mid October |
| In-season orders ship immediately at the time of purchase to all zones until inventory is depleted. | |
| Pre-Ordered Fall Perennials* | Shipping Begins |
| All Zones | Mid October |
| *Amaryllis Bulbs, Hosta Roots, Lily Bulbs, Papaver Roots, Paperwhite Bulbs, Peony Roots & Siberian Iris Roots | |
Product Description
Ball's Improved Orange Calendula Seeds
An outrageously popular and well known Calendula, Ball's Improved Orange is an easy to grow classic! Beautifully vibrant with extra large blooms (up to 3 inches across in some cases!) this Heirloom Calendula has earned its place in gardener's hearts for centuries!
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Fast Facts
Name: Calendula Seeds - Ball's Improved Orange Botanical Name: Calendula officinalis Life Cycle: Annual Light Requirement: Full Sun Planting Season: Spring Plant Type: 2-3 Inch Blooms with Long Stems, Mounding Habit, Lanceolate Leaf Shape Features: Heirloom, Attracts Pollinators, Fragrant, Edible, Cut Flower Garden, Drought Tolerant, Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Extended Bloom Time, Easy to Grow & Maintain, Container Garden Color: Orange Blooms: Spring, Late Spring, Early Summer, Summer, Late Summer, Early Fall, Fall Days to Maturity: 60-90 Days Plant Height: 12-24 inches Plant Spacing: 8-10 inches Planting Depth: 1/4 inch Sowing Method: Direct Sow Cold Stratification: No Seeds per Pound: 68, 000 Hardiness Zones: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 Ships: Year Round -
Planting Instructions
How to Plant Balls Improved Orange Calendula
About Calendula
A non-stop heirloom favorite, Calendula has long been beloved for its prolific bloom! Also sometimes known as "pot marigold", Calendula seeds are notoriously easy to grow. Calendula is typically grown for its floral beauty, but it is also famously used as an edible flower as well.
When to Plant Calendula Seeds
Calendula can be sown directly outdoors, after the threat of frost. They can also be started indoors in trays, 3-4 weeks before your final frost date.
Where to Plant Calendula Seeds
Calendula does well in Full Sun and is tolerant of partial shade. Keep in mind that Calendula can struggle in hot summer heat, so would benefit from afternoon shade.
How to Plant Calendula Seeds
Plant Calendula seeds in rows, pressing 1/2 inch deep, and allowing 5 inches of space - this covering is important as sunlight can disrupt germination. Seeds should germinate within a week.
How to Care for Calendula
Pinch off spent blooms to encourage new growth. A layer of mulch in the Spring around the base of the emerged plants may help discourage weeds and keep your soil moist.
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Seed Coverage
Amount Recommended Coverage Packet Up to 80 Sq. Ft Ounce Package Up to 625 Sq. Ft 1/4 Pound Package Up to 2,500 Sq. Ft 1 Pound Sack Up to10,000 Sq. Ft 5 Pound Sack Up to 1.3 Acres
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