Ornamental flowers seeds

Crown Orange calendula (Calendula officinalis)

Calendula officinalis

Crown Orange calendula provides flowers for bouquets and beds. Crown Orange calendula, Calendula officinalis, produces large 8-to-10-cm double orange flowers with dark centres, a 2017 Fleuroselect winner. Plants grow 40 to 50 cm tall and approximately 30 cm wide. They flower June through September and suit bouquets, beds, and edible-flower use when grown without treatments unsuitable for food crops. Sow indoors six weeks before final frost or directly when soil is workable. Maintain 21°C; germination takes 7 to 10 days and maturity 12 weeks. Plant in sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. Approximately 50 seeds per packet. bare seed. No organic status is confirmed. Crown Orange calendula, Calendula officinalis.
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Quantity Approximately 50 bare seeds per packet
Exposure Sun or partial shade
Difficulty level Easy

Discover the plant

Family Begoniaceae
Genus Calendula
Species officinalis
Cultivar Crown Orange
Type Non-organic seeds, Treated seeds, coated seeds
Cycle Annual

Crown Orange calendula (Calendula officinalis) Crown Orange calendula is an ornamental flowers variety offered as seed for gardeners who want clear, practical product information. Confirmed details include maturity: 12 weeks, height:, spread: 30 cm, colour: orange. You can adjust care to your soil, weather, and observed growth without exceeding the plant’s actual needs. Crown Orange Fleuroselect winner, for the lushness of this big double orange flower, with a dark heart. Preferred by the judges for its beautiful and uniform flower, reminding the elegant look of Gerbera. Gradual hardening helps reduce transplant stress when seedlings have been started indoors before moving into the garden.

The packet contains approximately 50 bare seeds, and the formulation is non-organic seeds, treated seeds, coated seeds. For best results, follow the sowing, light, and spacing information associated with this variety. A suitable mulch can help stabilize moisture, reduce soil splash, and limit competition from weeds around established plants. Growth is worth checking after major changes in temperature, light exposure, rainfall, or watering frequency. You can keep the labelled packet until harvest or flowering so the variety details remain easy to consult. Measured care based on the plant’s condition generally supports better balance than unnecessary routine treatments.

For containers, drainage and soil volume directly influence moisture stability around the roots and the frequency of watering. In the garden, an accessible position makes observation, occasional watering, harvesting, and timely maintenance easier. It is recommended to remove only damaged material while retaining healthy foliage needed for continued growth. Results may vary with weather, sowing date, soil quality, and the number of hours of useful light each day. This approach helps gardeners enjoy the variety’s confirmed qualities without adding more maintenance than the plant requires. For best results, check the growing medium before watering and adjust frequency to the actual conditions around the plant.

Photo de Calendula ‘Crown Orange’. La couleur caractéristique est : orange. Le visuel permet d’observer les contours, les teintes et la disposition des éléments présentés. Les détails de forme et les contrastes donnent un aperçu de l’apparence de cette plante ou de sa récolte. Cette photographie accompagne la variété nommée afin de l’identifier dans la sélection de semences.

Planting guide

From planting to establishment.

Planting depth Surface sow; do not cover
Spacing / density Allow for a 30-to-45-cm spread
Establishment temperature 21°C
Establishment time 7 to 10 days
Best planting time After all frost risk
Propagation Seed
Growing method
For best results with Crown Orange calendula, follow the confirmed sowing information and observe growth at each stage. Crown Orange calendula is an ornamental flowers variety offered as seed for gardeners who want clear, practical product information. Confirmed details include maturity: 12 weeks, height:, spread: 30 cm, colour: orange. The packet contains approximately 50 bare seeds, and the formulation is non-organic seeds, treated seeds, coated seeds. For best results, follow the sowing, light, and spacing information associated with this variety. You can adjust care to your soil, weather, and observed growth without exceeding the plant’s actual needs. Crown Orange Fleuroselect winner, for the lushness of this big double orange flower, with a dark heart. Preferred by the judges for its beautiful and uniform flower, reminding the elegant look of Gerbera. Growth is worth checking after major changes in temperature, light exposure, rainfall, or watering frequency. You can keep the labelled packet until harvest or flowering so the variety details remain easy to consult. Measured care based on the plant’s condition generally supports better balance than unnecessary routine treatments. For containers, drainage and soil volume directly influence moisture stability around the roots and the frequency of watering.

Soil and care

The right conditions.

Exposure Sun or partial shade
Soil pH Well-drained soil, including moderately poor or calcareous soil
Minimum temperature Frost tender during annual production
Watering
Crown Orange calendula provides flowers for bouquets and beds. Crown Orange calendula, Calendula officinalis, produces large 8-to-10-cm double orange flowers with dark centres, a 2017 Fleuroselect winner. Plants grow 40 to 50 cm tall and approximately 30 cm wide. They flower June through September and suit bouquets, beds, and edible-flower use when grown without treatments unsuitable for food crops. Sow indoors six weeks before final frost or directly when soil.
Soil type
Crown Orange calendula provides flowers for bouquets and beds. Crown Orange calendula, Calendula officinalis, produces large 8-to-10-cm double orange flowers with dark centres, a 2017 Fleuroselect winner. Plants grow 40 to 50 cm tall and approximately 30 cm wide. They flower June through September and suit bouquets, beds, and edible-flower use when grown without treatments unsuitable for food crops. Sow indoors six weeks before final frost or directly when soil.
Fertilization
Crown Orange calendula provides flowers for bouquets and beds. Crown Orange calendula, Calendula officinalis, produces large 8-to-10-cm double orange flowers with dark centres, a 2017 Fleuroselect winner. Plants grow 40 to 50 cm tall and approximately 30 cm wide. They flower June through September and suit bouquets, beds, and edible-flower use when grown without treatments unsuitable for food crops. Sow indoors six weeks before final frost or directly when soil.
Seasonal care
Seasonal care for Crown Orange calendula relies on regular observation, measured intervention, and respect for its growth cycle. Crown Orange calendula is an ornamental flowers variety offered as seed for gardeners who want clear, practical product information. Confirmed details include maturity: 12 weeks, height:, spread: 30 cm, colour: orange. The packet contains approximately 50 bare seeds, and the formulation is non-organic seeds, treated seeds, coated seeds. For best results, follow the sowing, light, and spacing information associated with this variety. You can adjust care to your soil, weather, and observed growth without exceeding the plant’s actual needs. Crown Orange Fleuroselect winner, for the lushness of this big double orange flower, with a dark heart. Preferred by the judges for its beautiful and uniform flower, reminding the elegant look of Gerbera. Growth is worth checking after major changes in temperature, light exposure, rainfall, or watering frequency. You can keep the labelled packet until harvest or flowering so the variety details remain easy to consult. Measured care based on the plant’s condition generally supports better balance than unnecessary routine treatments. For containers, drainage and soil volume directly influence moisture stability around the roots and the frequency of watering. In the garden, an accessible position makes observation, occasional watering, harvesting, and timely maintenance easier. It is recommended to remove only damaged material while retaining healthy foliage needed for continued growth.

Container growing

A controlled environment.

Recommended pot size
Container or flower bed
Crown Orange calendula can be considered for a container when volume, drainage, and light match the expected growth. Crown Orange calendula is an ornamental flowers variety offered as seed for gardeners who want clear, practical product information. Confirmed details include maturity: 12 weeks, height:, spread: 30 cm, colour: orange. The packet contains approximately 50 bare seeds, and the formulation is non-organic seeds, treated seeds, coated seeds. For best results, follow the sowing, light, and spacing information associated with this variety. You can adjust care to your soil, weather, and observed growth without exceeding the plant’s actual needs. Crown Orange Fleuroselect winner, for the lushness of this big double orange flower, with a dark heart. Preferred by the judges for its beautiful and uniform flower, reminding the elegant look of Gerbera. Growth is worth checking after major changes in temperature, light exposure, rainfall, or watering frequency. You can keep the labelled packet until harvest or flowering so the variety details remain easy to consult. Measured care based on the plant’s condition generally supports better balance than unnecessary routine treatments. For containers, drainage and soil volume directly influence moisture stability around the roots and the frequency of watering.
Photo de Calendula ‘Crown Orange’. La couleur caractéristique est : orange. Le visuel permet d’observer les contours, les teintes et la disposition des éléments présentés. Les détails de forme et les contrastes donnent un aperçu de l’apparence de cette plante ou de sa récolte. Cette photographie accompagne la variété nommée afin de l’identifier dans la sélection de semences.

Bloom and dimensions

The complete profile.

Flower color Orange with a dark centre
Foliage color Green
Foliage type Green aromatic foliage
Growth rate Moderate
Bloom period
Crown Orange calendula provides flowers for bouquets and beds. Crown Orange calendula, Calendula officinalis, produces large 8-to-10-cm double orange flowers with dark centres, a 2017 Fleuroselect winner. Plants grow 40 to 50 cm tall and approximately 30 cm wide. They flower June through September and suit bouquets, beds, and edible-flower use when grown without treatments unsuitable for food crops. Sow indoors six weeks before final frost or directly when soil.
Fruiting
Robuste et polyvalente, elle séduit autant par sa beauté que par sa capacité à embellir les assiettes avec ses fleurs comestibles. Les pétales comestibles peuvent être récoltés pour agrémenter salades et desserts, tandis que les fleurs apportent une beauté éclatante aux plates-bandes et arrangements floraux. Elle fleurit de juin à septembre et convient aux bouquets, plates-bandes et fleurs comestibles sous réserve d’une culture sans traitement non homologué.
Maximum height 40 à 50 cm (15,7 à 19,7 po)
Maximum width 30 cm (11,8 po)
Photo de Calendula ‘Crown Orange’. La couleur caractéristique est : orange. Le visuel permet d’observer les contours, les teintes et la disposition des éléments présentés. Les détails de forme et les contrastes donnent un aperçu de l’apparence de cette plante ou de sa récolte. Cette photographie accompagne la variété nommée afin de l’identifier dans la sélection de semences.

Garden associations

What to plant with it.

Good companions
Crown Orange calendula provides flowers for bouquets and beds. Crown Orange calendula, Calendula officinalis, produces large 8-to-10-cm double orange flowers with dark centres, a 2017 Fleuroselect winner. Plants grow 40 to 50 cm tall and approximately 30 cm wide. They flower June through September and suit bouquets, beds, and edible-flower use when grown without treatments unsuitable for food crops. Sow indoors six weeks before final frost or directly when soil is workable. Maintain 21°C; germination takes 7 to 10 days and maturity 12 weeks. Plant in sun or partial shade.
Crown Orange calendula provides flowers for bouquets and beds. Crown Orange calendula, Calendula officinalis, produces large 8-to-10-cm double orange flowers with dark centres, a 2017 Fleuroselect winner. Plants grow 40 to 50 cm tall and approximately 30 cm wide. They flower June through September and suit bouquets, beds, and edible-flower use when grown without treatments unsuitable for food crops. Sow indoors six weeks before final frost or directly when soil is workable. Maintain 21°C; germination takes 7 to 10 days and maturity 12 weeks. Plant in sun or partial shade.

From the garden to inspiration.

After harvesting Crown Orange calendula, use only the specified edible parts, washed carefully and gathered at the proper stage. Crown Orange calendula is an ornamental flowers variety offered as seed for gardeners who want clear, practical product information. Confirmed details include maturity: 12 weeks, height:, spread: 30 cm, colour: orange. The packet contains approximately 50 bare seeds, and the formulation is non-organic seeds, treated seeds, coated seeds. For best results, follow the sowing, light, and spacing information associated with this variety. You can adjust care to your soil, weather, and observed growth without exceeding the plant’s actual needs. Crown Orange Fleuroselect winner, for the lushness of this big double orange flower, with a dark heart. Preferred by the judges for its beautiful and uniform flower, reminding the elegant look of Gerbera. Growth is worth checking after major changes in temperature, light exposure, rainfall, or watering frequency. You can keep the labelled packet until harvest or flowering so the variety details remain easy to consult.

Frequently asked questions

Everything toknow.

Approximately 50 seeds per packet Crown Orange calendula, Calendula officinalis, produces large 8-to-10-cm double orange flowers with dark centres, a 2017 Fleuroselect winner. Plants grow 40 to 50 cm tall and approximately 30 cm wide. They flower June through September and suit bouquets, beds, and edible-flower use when grown without treatments unsuitable for food crops. Sow indoors six weeks before final frost or directly when soil is workable. Maintain 21°C; germination takes 7 to 10 days and maturity 12 weeks. Plant in sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. Approximately 50 seeds per packet. bare seed. No organic status is confirmed. Crown Orange calendula, Calendula officinalis, produces large 8-to-10-cm double.
Six weeks before final frost. Crown Orange calendula, Calendula officinalis, produces large 8-to-10-cm double orange flowers with dark centres, a 2017 Fleuroselect winner. Plants grow 40 to 50 cm tall and approximately 30 cm wide. They flower June through September and suit bouquets, beds, and edible-flower use when grown without treatments unsuitable for food crops. Sow indoors six weeks before final frost or directly when soil is workable. Maintain 21°C; germination takes 7 to 10 days and maturity 12 weeks. Plant in sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. Approximately 50 seeds per packet. bare seed. No organic status is confirmed. Crown Orange calendula, Calendula officinalis, produces large 8-to-10-cm double.
Before watering Crown Orange calendula, check the growing medium and foliage so frequency reflects current conditions. Crown Orange calendula is an ornamental flowers variety offered as seed for gardeners who want clear, practical product information. Confirmed details include maturity: 12 weeks, height:, spread: 30 cm, colour: orange. The packet contains approximately 50 bare seeds, and the formulation is non-organic seeds, treated seeds, coated seeds. For best results, follow the sowing, light, and spacing information associated with this variety. You can adjust care to your soil, weather, and observed growth without exceeding the plant’s actual needs. Crown Orange Fleuroselect winner, for the lushness of this big double orange flower, with a dark heart.
Yes. W.H. Perron lists edible use, and Calendula officinalis petals may be used fresh as a garnish or dried as a culinary colouring. Their flavour is mildly peppery or bitter. Eat only flowers grown with products labelled for food crops. A flower from a florist, an arrangement, or a plant treated solely as an ornamental may have received products that are unsuitable for food. Remove damaged parts, rinse petals gently, and begin with a small amount. The edible field is therefore marked TRUE, but this botanical value does not replace checking which products were actually applied during cultivation or guarantee that every ornamental flower is suitable for eating.
Yes. Calendula officinalis is classified as non-toxic to dogs and cats by the ASPCA, so toxicity is marked FALSE and pet friendly is marked TRUE. This classification does not mean an animal should freely eat the plants or seeds. A large amount of plant material may still cause digestive discomfort, and products applied in the garden can create separate risks. Keep pets away from seed packets, fertilized growing media, and recently treated plants. If an animal consumes a substantial amount or develops unusual symptoms, contact a veterinarian and provide the botanical name Calendula officinalis. Pet-friendly status reflects the plant itself, not every pesticide, fertilizer, or growing product that may be present.