{"title":"Calendula","description":"\u003cp\u003eCalendula is one of the fastest, most generous flowers you can grow from seed. Cheerful blooms in shades of orange, gold, apricot, and cream open quickly and keep coming the more you pick. The petals are edible, adding color to salads and baked goods. Calendula thrives in cool weather and blooms well into fall, bringing color to the garden when other flowers fade.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"calendula-prince-mix","title":"Calendula Prince Mix","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBe sure to check out our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hosstools.com\/blogs\/growing-guides\/calendula\"\u003eCalendula \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hosstools.com\/blogs\/growing-guides\/calendula\"\u003eGrowing Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for more tips \u0026amp; tricks on successfully growing calendula in your garden.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalendula Prince Mix is a cool-season flower that produces a beautiful blend of golden-yellow and orange blooms. Also known as pot marigold or Scotch Marigold, this Calendula mix was specifically bred for cut flower production. It has tall stems that are great for cut flowers, but also make a solid border plant. Plants produce mostly double blooms with some single blooms. Blooms are 2-3\" in diameter with a beautiful texture and green to black centers. Calendula is the perfect option for attracting pollinators and other beneficial insects to your vegetable garden in spring or fall. These insects will increase your garden harvest and help to reduce your pest\/disease pressure. Scotch marigolds are also known for being a natural repellent to certain garden pests including aphids and mosquitoes. The blooms also have several culinary and medicinal uses. The petals may be harvested for consumption or inclusion in salves for helping to heal minor cuts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe recommend transplanting Calendula Prince Mix for best results. This flower variety grows great in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hosstools.com\/collections\/seed-starting-supplies?filter.v.price.gte=\u0026amp;filter.v.price.lte=\u0026amp;filter.p.tag=Trays\u0026amp;sort_by=best-selling\"\u003eheavy-duty seed starting trays\u003c\/a\u003e with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/black-gold-seed-starting-mix\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBlack Gold Seed Starting Mix\u003c\/a\u003e. Plant one seed per cell and keep soil moist, but not over-saturated. Fertilize seedlings after the appearance of the first true leaves. Plants will be ready to transplant with they can be easily pulled from the cells in the seed tray. Calendula is a cool-season flower that performs best in early spring and fall. In spring, plant several weeks before the last frost date. In fall, plant several weeks before the first frost date. Place transplants 6-12\" apart along the row. Calendula may be planted on single rows or double rows on drip irrigation. Prune blooms for continual performance throughout the growing season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCalendula Prince Mix Planting Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Method:\u003c\/strong\u003e transplant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen to Plant:\u003c\/strong\u003e early spring and fall\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\/4″\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6-12\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRow Spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3-4'\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity: \u003c\/strong\u003e50\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisease Resistance: \u003c\/strong\u003eNone\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HOSS","offers":[{"title":"50 Seeds","offer_id":47689357164854,"sku":"HVS204","price":3.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1,000 Seeds","offer_id":47689357197622,"sku":"HVS205","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/1957\/6886\/files\/Calendula_Prince_Mix_-_Edited.png?v=1767704421"},{"product_id":"pacific-apricot-beauty-calendula","title":"Pacific Apricot Beauty Calendula","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBe sure to check out our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hosstools.com\/blogs\/growing-guides\/calendula\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/hosstools.com\/blogs\/growing-guides\/calendula\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCalendula \u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hosstools.com\/blogs\/growing-guides\/calendula\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/hosstools.com\/blogs\/growing-guides\/calendula\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGrowing Guide\u003c\/a\u003e for more tips \u0026amp; tricks on successfully growing calendula in your garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCalendula is the perfect option for attracting pollinators and other beneficial insects to your vegetable garden in spring or fall. These insects will increase your garden harvest and help to reduce your pest\/disease pressure.  The blooms also have several culinary and medicinal uses. Do not eat the calyx or flower centers. The petals may be harvested for consumption or inclusion in salves for helping to heal minor cuts. For cut flowers, harvest once the bloom is around 50% open; once they are fully open, you can pull the petals off before using in dishes.\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;Calendula officinalis.\u0026amp;nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWe recommend transplanting Pacific Apricot Beauty Calendula for best results. This flower variety grows great in our\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hosstools.com\/product\/seed-starting-trays\/\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/hosstools.com\/product\/seed-starting-trays\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eheavy-duty seed starting trays\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewith\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hosstools.com\/product\/black-gold-seed-starting-mix\/\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/hosstools.com\/product\/black-gold-seed-starting-mix\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBlack Gold Seed Starting Mix\u003c\/a\u003e. Plant one seed per cell and keep soil moist, but not over-saturated. Fertilize seedlings after the appearance of the first true leaves. Plants will be ready to transplant with they can be easily pulled from the cells in the seed tray. Calendula is a cool-season flower that performs best in early spring and fall. In spring, plant several weeks before the last frost date. In fall, plant several weeks before the first frost date. Place transplants 6-12″ apart along the row. Calendula may be planted on single rows or double rows on drip irrigation. Prune blooms for continual performance throughout the growing season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePacific Apricot Beauty Calendula Planting Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlanting Method:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003etransplant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhen to Plant:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e early \u003c\/span\u003espring and fall\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlanting Depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e1\/4″\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSeed Spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e6-12″\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRow Spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e3-4′\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDays to Maturity:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e50-55\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDisease Resistance:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eNone\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HOSS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45982982471990,"sku":"HVS1482","price":3.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/1957\/6886\/files\/Calendula-Apricot-cemetary-2020-11-1.jpg?v=1691782096"},{"product_id":"double-lemon-calendula","title":"Double Lemon Calendula","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"220\" data-end=\"560\"\u003eDouble Lemon Calendula (Calendula officinalis) is a vibrant lemon-yellow, fully double-blooming variety that brings cheer and versatility to both gardens and floral arrangements. This 2022 introduction produces dense layers of petals on strong stems, offering outstanding color for bedding, borders, and cutting gardens alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"562\" data-end=\"926\"\u003eHighly productive and adaptable, \u003cem data-start=\"595\" data-end=\"609\"\u003eDouble Lemon\u003c\/em\u003e performs beautifully in cool and warm conditions, making it suitable for extended seasonal harvests from late spring through fall. Its edible petals and soothing herbal properties also make it a favorite for culinary and tea applications, while its bright blooms attract pollinators and beneficial insects.\u003cstrong data-start=\"2798\" data-end=\"2816\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HOSS","offers":[{"title":"50 Seeds","offer_id":53232008659254,"sku":"HVS-CUT-DLC-50","price":3.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 Ounce","offer_id":53232008692022,"sku":"HVS-CUT-DLC-1OZ","price":23.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/1957\/6886\/files\/Double_Lemon_Calendula_A.jpg?v=1765556474"},{"product_id":"calendula-prince-mix-starter-plants","title":"Calendula Prince Mix Starter Plants","description":"\u003cp\u003eAdd cheerful color and beneficial pollinators to your garden with Calendula Prince Mix Starter Plants. These easy-to-grow flowers produce large, vibrant blooms in brilliant shades of orange, yellow, and gold that are perfect for flower beds, containers, borders, and cut flower gardens. Edible petals make a beautiful garnish for salads and desserts while attracting bees, butterflies, and other pollinators. Available in convenient 20 and 50 pack quantities for gardens of any size.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":" HOSS","offers":[{"title":"20 Pack","offer_id":54142836769078,"sku":"HCF-CAL-20P","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"50 Pack","offer_id":54142836801846,"sku":"HCF-CAL-50P","price":49.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/1957\/6886\/files\/Calendula_Prince_Starter_Plants.jpg?v=1787148638"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/1957\/6886\/collections\/Calendula_Prince_Mix_Banner.jpg?v=1790255132","url":"https:\/\/growhoss.com\/collections\/calendula.oembed","provider":" HOSS","version":"1.0","type":"link"}