Calendula officinalis Ivory Princess | Pot Marigold

Calendula officinalis Ivory Princess is a stunning pot marigold variety, featuring butter-yellow buds that open into creamy white petals with soft yellow highlights. With its upright, graceful growth habit, this hardy annual adds a touch of elegance to any garden. It is incredibly easy to grow, thriving in both spring and fall gardens in temperate climates. Removing spent blooms will encourage even more flowers, ensuring a long-lasting display throughout the season.

Germination Instructions:

• Direct Sowing (April-May):

  • Sow seeds directly where they are to flower.
  • Sow thinly 10mm deep in drills spaced 30cm apart into well-prepared soil that has been raked to a fine tilth.
  • Germinates in dark conditions within 5-10 days.
  • When seedlings are large enough, thin them to 30cm spacing.

• Indoor Sowing (Early Start):

  • Sow seeds into moist seed compost at 18-23°C.
  • Transplant seedlings when large enough into 8cm pots.
  • Grow in cooler conditions until ready for planting outdoors.

• Autumn Sowing:

  • Can be sown in autumn for early flowering the following year.
  • Overwinter in a greenhouse or conservatory for best results.

Growing Instructions:

• Water regularly until plants are well established.
• Easy to grow, making it perfect for beginners and experienced gardeners alike.

Cultivation Instructions:

• Cut flowers regularly to encourage new growth and prolong the flowering period.
• Deadhead spent blooms to maintain a neat appearance and promote continuous blooming.
• Will gently self-seed, creating natural beauty year after year.

Why Grow 'Ivory Princess' Calendula?

• Elegant, creamy white blooms with yellow centers
• Long-lasting flowering season in both spring and fall
• Hardy, low-maintenance, and easy to grow
• Attracts beneficial insects and pollinators
• Perfect for garden beds, borders, and containers

Add a touch of classic beauty to your garden with Calendula officinalis 'Ivory Princess', a reliable and effortless bloomer that will brighten up any outdoor space!