Calendula 'Indian Prince' (Calendula officinalis, Pot Marigold)
125 seeds $3.25
Calendula 'Indian Prince' is an heirloom flower from the 1930's. The two-tone flowers have deep orange petals with mahogany-red backs.
The rich color of Calendula 'Indian Prince' is stunning in the garden or the vase, especially when combined with other rich colors like jewel-tone blue, purple or red. It contrasts beautifully with white flowers. Indian Prince is a favorite calendula of Sarah Raven, author of The Bold and Brilliant Garden .
Calendula officinalis 'Indian Prince' is a self-sowing annual that is easy to grow. It attracts butterflies and beneficial insects . The flower petals are edible. The tall stems are perfect for cutting .
Also known as English Marigold and Pot Marigold. Deer resistant.
height 20" spacing 12"
Sowing Calendula 'Indian Prince' Seeds
Sow calendula seeds outdoors in early spring to summer, 1/4" deep. Or start indoors 4-6 weeks early. Thin to 12" apart. Full sun.