Yellow Safflower Seeds – Radiant Blooms for a Vibrant Garden
Add a burst of sunshine to your garden with Yellow Safflower Flowering Seeds, known for their vivid yellow blooms and hardy nature. Safflowers are versatile annuals that thrive in warm climates, producing showy flowers ideal for garden borders, pollinator gardens, and decorative arrangements. With minimal care needs, they’re a top choice for both new and experienced gardeners.
Features:
- Produces bright yellow, long-lasting flowers
- Excellent for garden beds, pots, and landscape borders
- Drought-tolerant once established
- Attracts bees, butterflies, and other beneficial pollinators
- Easy to plant and maintain
Specifications:
- Scientific Name: Carthamus tinctorius
- Common Name (US): Safflower
- Flower Color: Yellow
- Plant Type: Annual flowering plant
- Blooming Season: Summer to early fall
- Sun Exposure: Full sun
- Soil Type: Well-drained, sandy to loamy soil
- Watering Needs: Low to moderate
- Plant Height: 18–30 inches
- Spacing: 10–12 inches apart
- Germination Time: 10–14 days
- Best Planting Season: Spring
- Hardiness Zones: 3–9
- Maintenance Level: Low
- Seed Type: Non-GMO
Planting & Growing Guide:
- Sow seeds directly outdoors in well-drained soil after the last frost.
- Plant seeds about ½ inch deep and 10–12 inches apart.
- Water lightly until seedlings emerge.
- Once established, reduce watering — safflowers are drought-resistant.
- Provide full sunlight for maximum flowering.
- Deadhead spent blooms to encourage continuous flowering.
