{"product_id":"calendula-seeds-mix-colours","title":"Calendula Seeds (Mix Colours) – گلِ اشرفی | WINTER","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCalendula (گلِ اشرفی) – Mix Colours\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCalendula (\u003cem\u003eCalendula officinalis\u003c\/em\u003e), commonly known as گلِ اشرفی, is a beautiful cool-season flowering annual valued for its cheerful blooms and easy cultivation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis mixed-colour variety produces flowers in attractive shades of yellow, golden yellow, cream and orange, creating a colourful winter display in home gardens. Calendula is suitable for flower beds, borders, pots and grow bags and is particularly useful for gardeners looking for a hardy, beginner-friendly winter flower.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRegular removal of faded flowers encourages the plant to continue producing fresh blooms for a longer period. Calendula flowers also attract bees, butterflies and other beneficial pollinators.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Guide Video Link 🔗\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@GardeningwithJavedIqbal\"\u003eGardening with Javed Iqbal – YouTube\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBest Sowing Season\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePakistan – Hot Climate:\u003c\/strong\u003e October – November\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCrop:\u003c\/strong\u003e Winter Flower\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCalendula performs best during cool weather. High temperatures may reduce flowering quality and overall plant performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttractive mixed yellow, cream, golden and orange flowers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy-to-grow winter annual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for beginners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent for pots, grow bags and flower beds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLong flowering period with regular deadheading\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttracts bees, butterflies and beneficial insects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for balconies, terraces and home gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan also be grown as an ornamental border plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate Seeds per Pack:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 30 Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Annual Flowering Plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eCalendula officinalis\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Calendula, Pot Marigold, گلِ اشرفی\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFlower Colours\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eMixed shades including:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYellow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGolden Yellow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCream \/ Pale Yellow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrange\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eRecommended Grow Bag\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eG-8 Grow Bag – 8 × 8 Inch\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA G-8 grow bag is suitable for growing one Calendula plant individually. The G-8 is a compact 2-gallon, 8 × 8 inch felt fabric grow bag suitable for flowers and other small plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e🟨🔗 View GREEN GARDENS Grow Bags\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCalendula can also be grown directly in flower beds, raised beds and suitable pots.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eRecommended Soil \/ Potting Mix\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse a loose, fertile and well-drained growing medium. A practical mix may include:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGarden soil \/ Bhalu Mitti\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVermicompost\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCocopeat, leaf compost or another drainage-supporting component if required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor containers and grow bags, GREEN GARDENS recommends using vermicompost as part of a balanced potting medium rather than filling the container entirely with vermicompost.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e🟨🔗 GREEN GARDENS Vermicompost\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing from Seeds\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003e1. Prepare the Growing Medium\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFill the seed tray, pot or grow bag with loose, fertile and well-draining soil. Level the surface gently without compacting it excessively.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e2. Sow the Seeds\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSow Calendula seeds approximately \u003cstrong\u003e0.5–1 cm deep\u003c\/strong\u003e. Cover lightly with fine soil or growing medium.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e3. Water Gently\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWater with a fine shower or mist immediately after sowing. Keep the soil consistently moist during germination, but avoid waterlogging.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e4. Germination\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnder suitable conditions, seeds normally germinate in approximately \u003cstrong\u003e7–14 days\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e5. Sunlight\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCalendula performs best in \u003cstrong\u003eFull Sun – approximately 6 hours or more daily\u003c\/strong\u003e. Light shade can be tolerated, but flowering may be reduced.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e6. Thinning \/ Transplanting\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOnce seedlings are established, thin or transplant carefully. Maintain approximately \u003cstrong\u003e15–20 cm spacing\u003c\/strong\u003e between plants for healthy air circulation and flowering. For container growing, keep one healthy plant in a G-8 grow bag.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWatering\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep soil evenly moist during germination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater when the upper soil begins to dry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid keeping the root zone permanently wet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnsure excess water can drain freely\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduce unnecessary overhead watering once plants become established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFertilizer \u0026amp; Feeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCalendula generally performs well in moderately fertile soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd organic compost or vermicompost during soil preparation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight feeding may be provided during active growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid excessive nitrogen fertilizer, as it may produce excessive leaves at the expense of flowers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFlowering \u0026amp; Deadheading\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnder suitable winter conditions, Calendula begins flowering after establishment and can continue producing blooms through the cool season. Regularly remove faded flowers to encourage more flower buds, longer flowering, neater plants and reduced unnecessary seed formation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCut spent flower heads just above a healthy leaf or branching point. Regular deadheading is one of the easiest ways to maintain continuous Calendula flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eRecommended For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHome Gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKitchen Gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBalcony \u0026amp; Terrace Gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePots \u0026amp; G-8 Grow Bags\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlower Beds \u0026amp; Raised Beds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBorders \u0026amp; Pollinator Gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeginner Gardeners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBenefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColourful Winter Display\u003c\/strong\u003e – Produces cheerful yellow, cream, golden and orange blooms during the cool season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollinator Friendly\u003c\/strong\u003e – Flowers help attract bees, butterflies and other beneficial insects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy to Grow\u003c\/strong\u003e – Suitable for new gardeners.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContainer Friendly\u003c\/strong\u003e – Manageable growth habit suitable for pots and small grow bags.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContinuous Flowering\u003c\/strong\u003e – Regular deadheading encourages repeated bloom production.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eImportant Growing Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSow during October and November in hot-climate areas of Pakistan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGive plants plenty of sunlight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not bury seeds too deeply\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the medium moist during germination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid waterlogged soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintain reasonable spacing between plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid excessive nitrogen fertilizer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeadhead regularly for continued flowering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood air circulation helps maintain healthy plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eRelated Products\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🟨🔗 Winter Flower Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🟨🔗 GREEN GARDENS Grow Bags\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🟨🔗 Vermicompost – Organic Soil Amendment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen should Calendula seeds be sown in hot areas of Pakistan?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor hot-climate areas, the recommended sowing period is October and November.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow deep should Calendula seeds be sown?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSow approximately 0.5–1 cm deep and cover lightly with fine soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long does Calendula take to germinate?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUsually around 7–14 days under suitable conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan Calendula be grown in a grow bag?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. One Calendula plant can be grown comfortably in a GREEN GARDENS G-8 grow bag.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes Calendula need full sun?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Around 6 hours or more of direct sunlight is preferred for good flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShould faded Calendula flowers be removed?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Regular deadheading encourages continued flowering and keeps the plant tidy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Calendula suitable for beginners?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. 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