Safflower White Seeds

A versatile and hardy annual grown for its creamy white thistle like flowers and valuable ornamental and practical uses.

 

Safflower White forms upright plants with spiny foliage and clusters of distinctive blooms that attract pollinators and add texture to borders and wildlife gardens.

 

Traditionally cultivated for its oil rich seeds, this variety also serves as a striking ornamental with long lasting flowers suitable for cutting and drying.

 

This resilient annual thrives in full sun and well drained soil, tolerating heat and poor conditions once established. Perfect for wildlife friendly planting, cut flower arrangements, and low maintenance borders

 

Seed Qty Approx 1 gram

 

Sow March to May direct outdoors or indoors from February

Germination 7 to 14 days at 18 to 22°C

Soil and Position Free draining fertile soil in full sun

Height/Spread 60 to 90 cm tall, 30 to 40 cm spread

Flowering July to September

 

Sowing Instructions

 

Sow seeds thinly in prepared soil or in trays of moist, free draining compost. Lightly cover with fine soil and maintain temperatures at 18 to 22°C. Germination usually occurs within 1 to 2 weeks. Thin seedlings to 30 to 40 cm apart when large enough to handle. Harden off indoor seedlings and plant out after last frost

 

Grow and Maintenance

 

Water regularly during dry spells until plants are established, then reduce watering as Safflower prefers drier conditions. Feed lightly with a balanced fertiliser to encourage healthy growth. Flowers can be cut for fresh or dried arrangements, while seed heads may be left to attract birds

 

Uses and Benefits

 

Creamy white thistle like flowers for borders and beds

Attracts pollinators and wildlife

Seeds traditionally valued for oil content

Heat and drought tolerant once established

Suitable for cutting and drying

 

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