Description

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!

🚚 Shipping

• FREE SHIPPING on all orders of $35 or more.
• Flat Rate shipping no matter how many seeds you order.
• Tracking is included with every order.

Specifications

• Weight: 100gr
• Usage: Indoor & outdoor