planting safflower seeds Zanzibar Safflower - 20 seeds

planting safflower seeds Zanzibar Safflower - 20 seedsGrow an ancient and versatile crop with our Zanzibar Safflower seeds. This beautiful heirloom is prized for its stunning, thistle like, brilliant orange yellow flowers. For centuries, the dried petals have been used as a saffron substitute, imparting a beautiful golden color to rice, stews, teas and fabrics. The plant itself is a striking, low maintenance annual that is very drought tolerant. The unique blooms are also excellent as a long lasting,

Grow an ancient and versatile crop with our Zanzibar Safflower seeds. This beautiful heirloom is prized for its stunning, thistle-like, brilliant orange-yellow flowers. For centuries, the dried petals have been used as a saffron substitute, imparting a beautiful golden color to rice, stews, teas and fabrics. The plant itself is a striking, low-maintenance annual that is very drought-tolerant. The unique blooms are also excellent as a long-lasting, textural cut or dried flower.

⭐ What you'll love

• Beautiful, thistle-like flowers in a brilliant orange-yellow.
• The dried petals are a traditional, affordable substitute for saffron.
• A fantastic and long-lasting cut flower for fresh or dried arrangements.
• A very tough and drought-tolerant plant, perfect for hot, sunny spots.

🌿 Seed details

• Plant Name: Yellow Safflower (Carthamus tinctorius)
• Seed Quantity: Approx. 20 seeds
• Type: Heirloom, Open Pollinated, Non-GMO
• Lifecycle: Annual
• Height: 30-36 inches
• Days to Maturity: 90-100 days
• USDA Zone: 3-9
• Origin: American Grown

🌱 Growing instructions

• Sowing: Direct sow seeds outdoors in early spring, as soon as the soil can be worked.
• Depth: Plant seeds 1/4 inch deep.
• Spacing: Space or thin plants to 6-10 inches apart.
• Light Requirement: Full Sun.
• Soil: Prefers average, well-draining soil.
• Harvest: For use as a spice, harvest the petals as the flowers open and dry them in a dark, airy place.

✅ Our seed packets

• Professionally designed and made.
• Resealable for convenient, long-term storage.
• Eco-friendly and recyclable (contains no plastic).
• Includes full, detailed growing instructions.
• Vigorously tested to ensure the highest germination rates.
• Custom packets for weddings, baby showers, or events are available. Just message us!

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