Plant Information
Zanzibar Carthamus
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.
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.