Customer Service Hours
Mon-Fri 8-4 MST
Features
Family
Asteraceae
Native
Probably the Mediterranean region
Life Cycle
Annual
Plant Height
Medium (12" - 24")
Flower Color
Pink
Bloom Season
Spring to frost
Further Information
Plant Characteristics
- Attracts Pollinators
- Cut Flower
- Edible Flower
Growing Conditions
- Drought Tolerant
- Frost Tolerant
Plant Resistance
Deer Resistant
About Zeolights Calendula (Pot Marigold) Seeds
Calendula officinalis
1½"–2½" fully double, bronzy-orange petals that fade to a delicate light pink, contrasting with the yellow base and maroon back.
Planting Calendula
Plant Spacing
A group of 4 seeds every 12"
Light Required
Full sun
Plant Height
Medium (12" - 24")
Planting Depth
¼"–½"
Planting Details
| Seed Depth | ¼"–½" |
|---|---|
| Seed Spacing | A group of 4 seeds every 12" |
| Thinning | When 2" tall, thin to 1 every 12" |
| Germination | 5–15 days |
| Start Indoors | 4 to 6 weeks before your average last frost date; recommended for cold climates. |
| Direct Sow | Cold Climates: 2 to 4 weeks before your average last frost date. Mild Climates: Early spring for summer bloom and late summer for winter bloom. Ideal soil temperature for germination is 68°–85°F. |
Find Your Frost Date & Grow Zone
Average First Frost Date
October 19
Average Last Frost Date
May 19
Your Hardiness Zone is
5b
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80 reviews
- Kerrie M.MS, United StatesVerified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars10/25/26Calendula
So pretty!
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateWho do you grow for? YourselfHow do you prefer to grow? Raised Bed - PaulaRated 5 out of 5 stars10/7/265 Stars
Efficient delivery
- Julie B.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars10/6/26Great Germination
The seeds arrived quickly and germination was great. Zeolights calendula is a staple in my garden.
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateBIBotanical Interests10/6/26Hey Julie,
We're so happy to hear that your Zeolights Calendula seeds arrived quickly and had such great germination! It's awesome that they've become a staple in your garden. Thanks so much for being part of the growing community and for sharing your experience! Keep on growing 🌻
- Elizabeth M.Verified BuyerRated 1 out of 5 stars7/7/26Sad seeds
Nothing sprouted
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateBIBotanical Interests7/10/26Hey Elizabeth,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your thoughts in a review. I've reached out to you via email to offer assistance. Your feedback is invaluable to us, and we are committed to ensuring your experience is positive. Thank you once again for your input. Keep on growing 🌻️
- Jessamyn H.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars6/28/26Unbelievably beautiful!
These calendula are stunning and are producing dozens of blooms a day!
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateBIBotanical Interests6/29/26Hey Jessamyn,
We're absolutely thrilled to hear about your stunning Zeolights Calendula success! Dozens of blooms a day - wow, that's incredible and such a beautiful sight to see in your garden! We love how enthusiastic you are about these gorgeous pot marigolds, and it sounds like they're really putting on an amazing show for you. Thanks for sharing your fantastic calendula growing experience with us! Keep on growing 🌻️