Calendula Seeds - Double Lemon

Calendula – Double Lemon

~25 Seeds

A cheerful burst of soft lemon-yellow blooms, Calendula Double Lemon brightens any garden with its sunny charm and easy-going nature. These fully double flowers glow in gentle buttery tones that look lovely in borders, cottage gardens, or kitchen beds.

With its compact height of around 40 cm (16"), this variety is ideal for pots, edging, and cutting gardens. The long-lasting blooms attract bees and butterflies, and the petals are also edible—perfect for decorating salads, cakes, and herbal teas.

Whether you’re growing for beauty or practicality, Double Lemon delivers both—offering a continuous show of blooms from early summer to frost. Deadheading spent flowers encourages even more blossoms, making it a reliable and rewarding addition to any sunny space.

• Attracts bees and butterflies
• Suitable for cut flowers (bouquets)
• Edible flower
• Long-blooming and suitable for containers

Plant Details

• Scientific Name: Calendula officinalis
• Life Cycle: Annual
• Seed Type: Open Pollinated
• Light Requirements: Full sun
• Plant Height: 40 cm (16 in)
• Seed Depth: 0.6 cm (¼ in)
  
• Spacing: 20–25 cm (8–10 in)
• Bloom Time: Early summer to frost
• Days to Maturity: 60–70 days
• Edible flowers
• Germination: 7–14 days at 18–21°C (65–70°F)

Growing Instructions

Sow: direct sow in early spring when light frost is still a possibility, and continue to sow every two to three weeks until early summer for fall flowers. Indoors: start indoors 6 weeks before last frost.

FAQ

Q: Can Calendula Double Lemon tolerate cooler weather?
A: Yes, calendula prefers cooler conditions and will continue blooming well into autumn.

Q: Are Calendula petals safe to eat?
A: Absolutely! The petals are edible and often used as a garnish or to add colour to dishes and teas.

Q: Will Calendula self-seed?
A: Yes, if flowers are left to go to seed, calendula will often self-sow for blooms the following year.