Calendula - Bronze Beauty

Bronze Beauty showcases creamy to deep peach blooms with striking black centres and a hint of orange, yellow, or cranberry on the backs of its petals, adding a delightful surprise of colour. Known for its quick growth, this calendula variety often begins flowering within just two months of sowing and easily self seeds. A favourite among butterflies, bees, and other pollinators, it’s an excellent choice for attracting beneficial insects to your garden.

50 seeds minimum.

HOW TO CARE FOR CALENDULA

PLANTING
Grows best in full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil with a pH of 6.0–7.0. Sow seeds directly outdoors after the last frost or start indoors 6–8 weeks earlier. Plant seeds 1/4 inch deep and space them 12 inches apart for optimal growth. Germination typically occurs within 5–15 days.

GROWING
Keep the soil evenly moist, especially during dry periods, but avoid waterlogging. Established plants are drought-tolerant but benefit from regular watering for continuous blooms. Calendulas are light feeders. Amend soil with compost before planting or apply a balanced, all-purpose fertilizer once a month during the growing season. Regularly deadhead spent flowers to encourage prolonged blooming. Trim plants back by a third mid-season to rejuvenate growth and maintain a tidy appearance. While relatively pest-resistant ensure good air circulation to prevent powdery mildew.

HARVESTING
For cut flowers, harvest in the morning when blooms are fully open. Calendula flowers are edible, and petals can be used fresh or dried in culinary dishes or herbal preparations.