Safflower Seeds Carthamus Tinctorius American Saffron Hong Hua TCM Herb Medicinal Apothecary Annual Colorful Flower 25, 50 or 75 Seeds

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Last updated 23 May 2024

Safflower Seeds Carthamus Tinctorius American Saffron Hong Hua TCM Herb Medicinal Apothecary Annual Colorful Flower 25, 50 or 75 Seeds

This Seeds item by TrifectaBotanicals has 32 favorites from shoppers. Ships from Huger, SC. Listed on Dec 5, 2023
Safflower - Annual Herbaceous Flower Seeds ( Carthamus tinctorius ) * Common Names = Safflower / American Saffron / Dyer's Saffron / False Saffron / Hong Hua * Herbaceous annual, Flowering * Self-seeds prolifically when seedheads are allowed to develop * Colorful flowers attract butterflies, bees and beneficial insects * Plants are heat-tolerant and drought-tolerant * TCM herb - Hong Hua - used in bath/body/hair products, for inflammation, boosting immunity, improving women's issues, and cardio health * Used to produce yellow & red dye in Mexico, South America and Spain. * Culinary Uses: flower petals are a less expensive replacement for Saffron; seeds can be roasted or pressed into oil; tender shoots are used in salads [ The dried flowers are also available in my shop, when stock is plentiful. ] Life Cycle: Annual Height: 3 ft Max Width: 12 in USDA Zone: 3-9 Light: Full Sun / Partial Sun Harvest: 120 days GROWING RECOMMENDATIONS: 1. Sow seeds 3/4" deep in small pots or flats with moistened seed-starting mix. Spritz with water to settle into soil. 2. Place in warm indirect sunlight and keep soil moist. Germination should occur in 14-28 days. 3. Resize into bigger pots as needed. After last frost, transplant 4” tall seedlings 10” apart in their permanent location. *** Harvest after 120 days. Germination: 85% HAPPY PLANTING! [PACKAGING & SHIPPING] ~ Your order will be safely wrapped, and shipped USPS First-Class Package within 1-3 business days of payment. ~ NEED IT SOONER? Upgrade to USPS Priority Mail (1-3 days) at checkout ~ Due to First-Class weight regulations (<16 ounces), heavier orders with multiple items will often receive an automatic free upgrade to Priority Mail. CUSTOMER SATISFACTION IS MY #1 PRIORITY! Contact me openly with any questions/concerns, and I usually reply within 24 hours. I like to enjoy time with my family & animals on the weekends, but I always try to keep in contact with my wonderful customers. :) *** Most herbs/flowers are grown organically here on our farm in South Carolina. The only fertilizer used (tilled & incorporated between grow seasons) is all-natural aged compost and we don't let chemical pesticides ever touch our soil. *** I am not a doctor-- just someone who studies natural healing and therapeutic methods. The literature here is for educational purposes only, and is not meant to replace the diagnosis or treatment of medical professionals. The information in this listing is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. *** Please do your own research and learn any precautions associated with any of the natural herbs. FOLLOW US & SEND US A SHOUT ---> #trifectabotanicals Facebook - facebook.com/TrifectaBotanicals Instagram - @TrifectaBotanicals Pinterest - @TrifectaBotanicals Website - www.trifectabotanicals.com