Unwins Calendula ‘Needles And Pins’ Seeds (200 Seeds)

Pot Marigold – Calendula officinalis

Create a striking burst of colour with Unwins Calendula ‘Needles And Pins’, a unique pot marigold variety with unusual quilled petals in vibrant orange. The spiky, needle-like flowers give a dramatic look that stands out beautifully in borders, cottage gardens, and patio containers.

Calendula is loved for its reliability and long flowering season, and this variety is especially useful for cutting, thanks to its strong stems and long-lasting blooms. Easy to grow and full of impact, ‘Needles And Pins’ is perfect for adding texture and colour to sunny spaces all summer.

Key Features

• Unusual quilled, spiky petals in vibrant orange

• Distinctive, textured blooms for borders and cottage gardens

• Strong stems make excellent, long-lasting cut flowers

• Ideal for pots, containers, and sunny garden beds

• Easy to grow and highly rewarding

• Prefers a full sun position

Sowing & Flowering

Sowing Time: February – April
Flowering Time: June – September
Sow to Germination: 1–2 weeks
Sow to Flower: Approx. 3 months

Technical Specification

• SKU: 30210045

• Pack Quantity: 200 seeds

• Colour: Orange

• Plant Height: 50cm

• Spread: 30cm

• Plant Spacing: 30cm

• Sowing Depth: 5–10mm

• Time to Germination: 1–2 weeks

• Time to Flower: 3 months

Why choose Kean’s Claremorris

• Trusted local store with knowledgeable staff

• Quality flower seed varieties selected for Irish gardens

• Great seasonal selection for pots, borders, and cut-flower growing