Calendula Seeds – Golden Emperor

Golden Emperor Calendula Seeds produce vibrant, golden-yellow blooms known for their long-lasting color and dependable growth. These seeds are ideal for gardeners seeking a hardy, fast-growing variety suitable for borders, beds, and containers. With strong adaptability and consistent flowering, they add a bright, ornamental touch to any home garden.

Features

• Bright golden-yellow blooms with uniform petal formation

• Fast-growing and adaptable to a wide range of climates

• Suitable for borders, garden beds, and container planting

• Great for attracting beneficial pollinators

• Easy to grow and maintain

Specifications

• Common Name (US): Calendula

• Botanical Name: Calendula officinalis

• Variety: Golden Emperor

• Growth Habit: Annual

• Plant Height: 12–18 inches

• Germination Time: 7–14 days

• Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade

• Soil Type: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil

• Watering: Moderate

• Sowing Season:

  • Spring (February–April)

  • Fall (September–October) in cooler zones

• USDA Hardiness Zones: 3–10

  • Zones 3–5: Sow indoors Feb–Mar; transplant in April

  • Zones 6–8: Direct sow March–April

  • Zones 9–10: Direct sow October–November for winter blooms

• Blooming Period: Early summer to fall depending on zone