Cosmos 'Tango'
Intense semi-double flame red blooms, that mature to vibrant orange with yellow centres. Makes a spectacular show planted in drifts.
Yates Account
Join now
Create a Yates account today!
Sign up to join the Yates Garden Club for monthly e-mails packed with seasonal inspiration, tips for success & exclusive promotions.
Plus if you’re a Garden Club member you can take part in the Yates Growing Community - a blog to share successes, get advice & win prizes in fun challenges along the way!
Forgot password
Enter the email address associated with your account, and we'll email you a new password.
Calexis produces large, blazing orange cactus-shaped flowers, with unique rolled petals. Most of the vibrant, glowing blooms are double, and plants flower profusely. Also known as Pot Marigold, Calendula petals are edible. An excellent choice for vivid cool season colour in garden beds, pots and for flamboyant cut flowers.
Features
- Dwarf habit
- Hardy annual
- Edible petals
Product details
How
Sow direct where they are to grow or into trays of Yates® Black Magic® Seed Raising Mix. Firm down, water gently and keep moist through germination period. Transplant or thin out when 5-7cm high.
Care
Choose a open, sunny position that is well drained. Add Yates® Thrive® Natural Blood & Bone before planting. Water regularly and apply Yates® Thrive® Flower & Fruit Soluble Fertiliser for stronger plants. Protect from snails and slugs.
Hint
Remove spent blooms to prolong flowering. Flowers are ideal as an edible garnish, and for adding colour to salads.
Storage
Store in a cool dry place away from direct Sunlight. Keep out of reach of children and pets.
| Plant space |
30cm |
| Sow depth |
6mm |
| Plant height |
30cm |
| Germination |
10-14 days |
| Germination (days) |
12 days |
| Flowering |
10 weeks |
| Flowering (days) |
70 days |
| Botanical name |
Calendula officinalis |
California Poppy 'Gold Rush'
Beautiful silky, fluted flowers in a rich, buttery cream colour. Easy to grow and drought tolerant, they bloom all Summer.
Share
Share this product on social media