Safflower
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SKU
B589
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Fast growing, strong summer flower with yellow-orange, thistle-like flowers. The stem has only a few thorns. The seedlings need protecting from slugs. It can also be used as a dried flower. Suitable for vthe commercial cut flower market. Ideal for cut flower growers.
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Characteristics
Botanical name: Carthamus tinctoriusHeight in cm: 60-80Vegetation period: annualUse of flowers: Cut flower, Dried flowers, Good for insects and beesFlower colour: orange, yellow
Origin
Multiplier: Johanna Fellner, Waldhof / Thomas Mauer Cerifications: Demeter
Cultivation
Seed required for 1000 plants (g): 50Sowing depth: 2-3 cmPlanting distance (cm): 30 x 30