Mr Fothergills Calendula Orange Flash Seeds

Mr Fothergills Calendula Orange Flash Seeds produce stunning apricot-orange blooms with a striking deep red reverse, creating a glowing two-tone effect ideal for brightening borders and cutting gardens. This easy-to-grow hardy annual flowers the same year as sowing and provides long-lasting colour throughout the summer.

Key Features

• Beautiful soft apricot blooms with a deep red underside

• Excellent choice for borders and cutting gardens

• Hardy annual that is easy to grow and maintain

• Flowers can be used in pot-pourri or as edible petals in salads

• Thrives in full sun for maximum colour and performance

Product Description

Calendula Orange Flash is a standout variety known for its warm, soft apricot petals contrasting beautifully with their rich red reversean eye-catching detail that makes it particularly appealing in both borders and floral arrangements. This compact, free-flowering annual is simple to grow, making it an excellent choice for gardeners of all levels.
To prolong the display, remove spent flower heads regularly. Beyond its ornamental value, Calendula also offers charming versatility: the dried blooms are ideal for pot-pourri, while the edible petals can be sprinkled into salads for a touch of colour and interest. Hardy and reliable, Orange Flash adds long-lasting summer brightness to any outdoor space.

Specifications

• Brand: Mr Fothergills

• Botanical Name: Calendula officinalis

• Plant Class: Hardy Annual

• Genus: Annuals/Bedding

• Plant Height: Approx. 30cm (1ft)

• Position: Full Sun

• Colour: Apricot-orange with red reverse

• Suitable For: Cut flowers, borders, summer displays

Sowing & Growing Tips

• Sow outdoors where plants are to flower, into finely prepared, well-watered soil.

• Cover lightly and keep moist; seedlings usually appear within 721 days.

• Thin seedlings as required to achieve healthy, well-spaced plants.

• For indoor sowing, use trays of compost and transplant seedlings when large enough to handle.

• Deadhead regularly to extend the flowering season.

A Beautiful and Versatile Garden Favourite

Perfect for cutting, borders and creative garden displays, Calendula Orange Flash brings warmth, charm and effortless summer colour. Add this delightful variety to your garden for an easy, dependable and wonderfully decorative bloom.