| Brand | Unbranded |
| Manufacturer | Umuthi Botanicals |
| Model Number | EN-20222978 |
Umuthi Calendula (Edible Flowers) Growing Seeds produce compact, early-blooming plants with cheerful orange and yellow petals. Calendula petals have a light peppery, tangy taste and can be scattered over salads, rice dishes, bakes, herbal teas, oils, vinegars, and simple syrups. The plants are easy to grow in full sun with compost-enriched, well-draining soil and regular deadheading.
They are also pollinator-friendly, making them a bright and useful addition to veggie beds, borders, and edible flower gardens. Why we love it: Calendula is one of the friendliest edible flowers to grow. It brings colour to the garden, beauty to the plate, and steady blooms with simple care. Key Properties Botanical Name: Calendula officinalis Variety: Bon Bon Seed Type: Growing seed for cultivation Plant Type: Edible flower Flower Colour: Orange and yellow Flavour Profile: Light peppery, tangy Position: Full sun Soil Preference: Moderately rich, well-draining soil with compost Germination: 7-14 days in suitable temperatures Harvest: 8-10 weeks from sowing when blooms are fully open Country Of Origin: Varies by batch Suitable For: Edible flower gardens, salads, bakes, teas, infusions, veggie beds, borders, and pollinator-friendly planting What It's Used For Growing edible petals for salads, bakes, and teas Adding colour to rice dishes, garnishes, and fresh plates Making kitchen infusions such as oils, vinegars, and simple syrups Attracting bees and beneficial insects Growing compact flowers in borders, veggie beds, and edible gardens Creating fresh posies for the table Who It's For This Product Is For: Home gardeners growing edible flowers Cooks and bakers who enjoy fresh floral garnishes Pollinator-friendly gardeners Beginners wanting an easy, colourful plant This Product Is Not For: Sprouting for immediate food use Customers wanting pre-grown edible flowers Shady garden positions Gardens where regular flower picking or deadheading is not practical How To Use Sow in spring or autumn.
Sow seeds about 1 cm deep. Space plants 20-30 cm apart. Grow in full sun with moderately rich, well-draining soil and compost. Keep soil evenly moist, avoiding waterlogging. Harvest flowers 8-10 weeks from sowing when blooms are fully open. Pick regularly to encourage more flowers. Processing Tip: Use petals fresh and clean for the best colour and presentation.
Safety Instructions Seed for cultivation, not for consumption If using petals in food, harvest fresh, clean blooms and avoid sprays Keep out of reach of children and pets Store seeds in a cool, dry place out of direct sunlight Reseal after opening FAQs Q: Are Calendula petals edible? A: Yes. The petals can be used in salads, bakes, teas, oils, vinegars, and simple syrups.
Q: How do I encourage more Calendula flowers? A: Pick blooms regularly and deadhead spent flowers to encourage continued blooming.
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