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Calendula Seeds

Brand: Oncrop Agro Sciences (Home-a-Garden Series)
Variety: Calendula / Pot Marigold (Calendula officinalis)
Vibrant Daisy-Like Blooms: Produces cheerful, multi-petaled blossoms in rich shades of bright orange, golden yellow, and cream with prominent dark centers.
Medicinal & Herbal Uses: Known for its skin-soothing, anti-inflammatory properties, and edible petals that add a saffron-like pop of color to salads and teas.
Make in India: 100% home-grown seed stock conditioned for Indian climate and soil conditions.

Feature	Details
Scientific Name	Calendula officinalis
Category	Flower Seeds / Herb / Home Garden
Sowing Season	Autumn to Winter (September to November in plains; March to April in hills)
Sunlight	Full Sun to Light Partial Shade (Requires 5–6 hours of direct sunlight)
Germination Rate	80%+ tested quality
Germination Time	7 to 14 days
Maturity / Flowering Time	60 to 75 days after transplanting

Soil Preparation: Use well-draining, moderately fertile soil mixed with compost or vermicompost. Calendula is tolerant of poorer soils but prefers a neutral pH (6.0–7.0).
Sowing: Sow seeds 0.25 to 0.5 inches deep in seedling trays or directly into beds/pots. Lightly cover with soil and keep consistently moist until sprouting.
Watering: Water moderately when the top layer of soil feels dry. Avoid overwatering or waterlogging, as Calendula is moderately drought-tolerant once established.
Spacing & Care: Transplant seedlings into 8-to-10-inch pots or garden beds with 8–10 inches spacing between plants. Regularly remove dead flowers (deadheading) to prolong the blooming season.

Early & Prolific Flowering: Quick to bloom, providing continuous floral coverage throughout the cooler months.
Pest Control Companion: Naturally attracts beneficial insects like hoverflies and ladybugs while deterring common garden pests.
Easy to Grow: Hardy, adaptable flower variety perfect for borders, containers, window boxes, and herb gardens.