CYBEXIS Calendula Dwarf Fig Mix Seed (50 per packet)
In The Box
50 Seeds: 50 Seeds
General
Brand: CYBEXIS
Model Name: Calendula Dwarf Fig Mix
Quantity: 50 per packet
Common Name: Calendula Dwarf Fig Mix
Flowering Plant: Yes
Suitable For: Indoor, Outdoor
Type of Seed: Flower
Organic: Yes
Family: Calendula
Uses: Flower, Decoration
Soil Nutrient Requirements: Planting And Care: Space seedlings 12-15 inchesvapart in rich, well-drained soil enriched with organic matter, Plants thrive in sunny, cool climates; For best performance, grow 40-45 F nights, Soil should be evenly moist and fertilized moderately, If growing Calendula in a greenhouse, sow in January for spring blooms or in mid-August for mid-winter blooms
Sowing Method: Sow seeds outdoors a few weeks before the last frost in the spring, or start them indoors 6 to 8 weeks before the last frost::Avoid warm propagation temperatures, as they will produce weak plants::Keep the seeds covered with soil, as light inhibits germination::Start an additional set of seedlings in the summer for optimal fall flowering
Net Quantity: 50 per packet
Additional Features
Care Instructions: PESTS, It can be prone to common insect attacks. So use Neem oil which protects the plant and acts as an organic pesticide. It is available with a user instruction.
Other Features: Sunlight Full Sun, Partial Shade, Watering Moist, well-drained, Soil Clay, Normal, loamy, Poor, Sandy, Temperature 55 to 60 degree C, Fertilizer Apply any organic fertilizer, Harvest Season Calendula will produce lots of seed in a similar fashion to a Zinnia or Marigold. When the blooms dry out, cut them off and hang upside down in bundles. The seeds are contained in the heads, and once dry and crisp, they can be lightly hand-crushed and winnowed from the seed chaff