Calendula Doppia Mix – 10 Seeds, Large, Orange and Yellow Flowers, Medicinal, Easy to Grow, High Germination, Non-GMO

Discover the beauty and versatility of Calendula Doppia Mix, an excellent selection of vegetable and garden seeds for all gardening enthusiasts, from beginners to experts. This magnificent mix offers large, double flowers with vibrant orange and yellow petals that can brighten any green space. More than just a visual delight, Calendula is also a medicinal herb prized for centuries for its many properties. Thanks to its hardy nature and the high germination rate of our non-GMO seeds, it's easy to grow, making it ideal for those looking to start their own organic garden. It's an extremely decorative and functional plant, perfect for adding color and biodiversity. Technical details: Botanical name: Calendula officinalis 'Double Mix' Seed quantity: 10 seeds selected to ensure a good start to your cultivation. Plant type and cultivation cycle: Annual plant, with a rapid cultivation cycle that guarantees prolonged flowering from spring until the first autumn frosts. Plant height: It generally reaches a height of 30-60 cm, making it suitable for various landscape configurations. Uses: Extremely versatile. Its showy flowers make it ideal as an ornamental plant for flowerbeds, borders, and pots. Medicinally, the petals are used in infusions, oils, and ointments with soothing and anti-inflammatory properties. The flowers are also edible and can be used to decorate dishes, salads, or desserts, adding a pop of color and a delicate flavor. It is also an excellent landscape plant for attracting pollinators such as bees and butterflies. Tasting Notes: The flowers are large and double, with a rich texture of dense petals and bright colors ranging from golden yellow to intense orange. It has a delicate, fresh scent. Hardiness and Origin: Calendula is a very hardy and resilient plant, capable of adapting to different climates and soil types. Our seeds come from controlled sources, guaranteeing traditional varieties (heirloom) and superior quality. Sowing time: Direct sowing is recommended in spring (March to May) after the last frost. In milder climates, fall sowing is also possible. It can also be sown in seedbeds for early flowering. Harvest season: The flowers are harvested as they open, from late spring to late autumn. Regular harvesting stimulates the continuous production of new buds. Optimal conditions for germination: Requires a constant soil temperature between 15°C and 20°C for efficient germination. Soil Type: It prefers well-drained, medium-textured soil, although it adapts to a wide range of soils, including poorer, sandy, or clayey soils. A neutral or slightly acidic/alkaline pH is ideal. Recommended location: For the most abundant and lush flowering, full sun is recommended. It will tolerate partial shade, but will produce less intense flowers. Germination Time: Calendula seeds usually germinate within 7-14 days of sowing, depending on environmental conditions. Pot or ground cultivation: It is an excellent plant both for growing in the ground, where it can create bright splashes of color, and in pots, as long as containers with a minimum diameter of 20 cm are used to allow adequate root development. Quality Specifications: Our organic garden seeds are guaranteed Non-GMO (not genetically modified), come from traditional (heirloom) varieties and are tested to ensure high germination, providing you with the best for your garden. Choosing Calendula Doppia Mix means investing in spectacular blooms and a plant with countless benefits. Its high flower yield and ease of cultivation make it perfect even for novice gardeners, guaranteeing rewarding success. With its delicate aroma and versatile uses, from ornamental gardens to culinary and medicinal uses, this calendula will add a touch of color and functionality to your green space. It's the ideal choice for those who love growing and want a vibrant, healthy, and productive organic garden with superior-quality garden seeds.