Plant Information

Zanzibar Carthamus

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Plant Details:

Scientific Name: Carthamus tinctorius

Common Name: Safflower

Hardiness Degree: 32°F (0.0°C)

Blooming Season: Summer

Plant Habit: Upright

Water: Medium

Fertilize: Once a month

Spacing: 6 - 10" (15 - 25cm)

Height: 32 - 40" (81 - 102cm)

Width: 8 - 10" (20 - 25cm)

Exposure: Sun

General Information: Striking deep orange to yellow-red flowers that resemble thistles top stems of uniform length. When flowers are cut, can be used fresh and dried.

Grower Information:

Striking deep orange to yellow-red flowers that resemble thistles top stems of uniform length. Well-suited to indoor and outdoor professional cut flower programs; can be used fresh and dried.