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QIS® Zanzibar Safflower Seeds

QIS® Zanzibar Safflower Seeds

Carthamus tinctorius

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~2.0 g (~40 seeds)

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QIS® Zanzibar brings bold, sculptural drama to the garden with blooms that shift from soft creamy yellow to deep saffron orange as they mature, offering evolving color and texture through the height of summer. Its upright, sturdy stems and thistle-like flower heads create a striking presence in borders and a standout element in fresh or dried arrangements. Exceptionally heat and drought tolerant, this resilient annual thrives with minimal care, shining even in the hottest, driest conditions. Beyond its beauty, safflower’s edible petals have long been used as a natural dye and a colorful, flavorful saffron substitute.
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Variety Info

Family: Asteraceae

Native: Mediterranean and parts of the Middle East

Hardiness: Annual

Exposure: Full Sun

Bloom Period: Summer to fall

Plant Dimensions: 18"–24" tall and 6"–10" wide

Variety Info: 1"–2" thistle-like blooms that shift from yellow to orange and deep saffron tones as they mature.

Attributes: Cut Flower, Edible Flower, Heat Tolerant

Sowing Info

When to Sow Outside: RECOMMENDED. 1 to 2 weeks after your average last frost date, when soil temperature is at least 65°F.

When to Start Inside: 6 to 8 weeks before your average last frost date. Mild Climates: Start in late summer for winter bloom.

Sprouts in: 10 – 15 Days

Plant Seeds (Depth): 1/8"

Space Seeds: A group of 2 seeds every 6" – 9"

Thinning: When 2" tall, thin to 1 every 6" – 9"

QIS® Zanzibar Safflower Seeds

QIS® Zanzibar Safflower Seeds