Add a touch of vibrant color and versatility to your garden with Kusum, also known as Safflower. These hardy and attractive flowers are not only beautiful but also have various uses, from ornamental to culinary and medicinal. This pack of 10 seeds will help you cultivate these unique and multipurpose plants.

Product Features:

• Premium Seeds: Carefully selected for high germination rates and robust growth.
• Bright and Cheerful Blooms: Kusum flowers produce brilliant, thistle-like blossoms in shades of yellow, orange, and red, adding a splash of color to your garden.
• Extended Blooming Season: Enjoy a continuous display of flowers from summer to early fall. Ideal for flower beds, borders, and containers.
• Versatile Plant: Safflower petals are used as a natural dye, in cooking as a saffron substitute, and have medicinal properties. The seeds are also used to produce safflower oil, which is rich in unsaturated fats.
• Pollinator Friendly: Attracts bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects, supporting your garden's ecosystem.
• Easy Care: Hardy and drought-tolerant, making them perfect for both novice and experienced gardeners.

Planting Instructions:

1. Soil Preparation: Choose a sunny location with well-drained soil. Safflower prefers dry, sandy, or loamy soil. Amend the soil with compost or organic matter to improve fertility.
2. Sowing: Sow seeds directly outdoors after the last frost. Plant seeds about 1/2 inch deep and space them 6-12 inches apart.
3. Watering: Water the soil thoroughly after planting. Once established, water sparingly, as Safflower is drought-tolerant and prefers dry conditions.
4. Care: Thin seedlings to about 12 inches apart to give them room to grow. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming.
5. Fertilization: Safflower typically does not require additional fertilization. However, if the soil is poor, a light application of a balanced fertilizer can be applied.

Growing Tips:

• Spacing: Ensure proper spacing between plants to allow for good air circulation and minimize the risk of disease.
• Pest Control: Monitor for pests such as aphids and caterpillars. Use insecticidal soap or neem oil if necessary.
• Harvesting: Harvest flowers when fully open for use as a dye or culinary purposes. Seeds can be harvested once the heads have dried on the plant.

Kusum, or Safflower, will bring vibrant color and utility to your garden. With this pack of 20 seeds, you can grow these beautiful and versatile plants that will enhance your outdoor space with their cheerful blooms and multipurpose benefits.