{"product_id":"calendula-radio-edible-flower-seeds","title":"Calendula Radio","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"244\" data-end=\"311\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e10 Seeds+\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"244\" data-end=\"311\"\u003e🌼 \u003cstrong data-start=\"247\" data-end=\"283\"\u003eCalendula ‘Radio’ Edible Flowers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"283\" data-end=\"286\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"286\" data-end=\"309\"\u003eCalendula officinalis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"313\" data-end=\"719\"\u003eKnown as the “poor man’s saffron” 🌿✨, Calendula ‘Radio’ bursts with fiery orange, spiky-petaled blooms 🌞🔥 that light up gardens and plates alike. Historically prized in European and Mediterranean kitchens, this heirloom variety offers edible petals that bring both \u003cstrong data-start=\"581\" data-end=\"608\"\u003ecolor and subtle flavor\u003c\/strong\u003e to food and drink. Hardy, long-blooming, and pollinator-friendly 🐝🦋 — an easy win for gardeners and chefs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"721\" data-end=\"724\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"726\" data-end=\"843\"\u003e👅 \u003cstrong data-start=\"729\" data-end=\"748\"\u003eFlavor Profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"748\" data-end=\"751\"\u003eMildly tangy 🍊, peppery 🌶️, and slightly bitter 🌿 — like a saffron-meets-marigold note.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"845\" data-end=\"848\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"850\" data-end=\"873\"\u003e🍴 \u003cstrong data-start=\"853\" data-end=\"871\"\u003eCulinary Uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"875\" data-end=\"1195\"\u003e🥗 Sprinkle petals over salads for golden flair\u003cbr data-start=\"922\" data-end=\"925\"\u003e🥘 Use as a saffron substitute in rice, soups \u0026amp; paellas (“poor man’s saffron”)\u003cbr data-start=\"1003\" data-end=\"1006\"\u003e🫖 Steep in teas or infuse into oils for earthy depth\u003cbr data-start=\"1059\" data-end=\"1062\"\u003e🧁 Decorate cakes, breads \u0026amp; pastries with vibrant orange petals\u003cbr data-start=\"1125\" data-end=\"1128\"\u003e🍸 Float petals in cocktails or syrups for visual \u0026amp; herbal impact\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1197\" data-end=\"1200\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1202\" data-end=\"1533\"\u003e👨🍳 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1208\" data-end=\"1225\"\u003eChef’s Pitch:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1225\" data-end=\"1228\"\u003eCalendula ‘Radio’ is the chef’s color bomb 🌼👨🍳💥. Brilliant orange petals transform ordinary dishes into gourmet presentations, while offering subtle earthy notes. A historical culinary flower used to tint broths, oils, and pastries — and a stunning edible garnish that chefs love for plating drama.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1535\" data-end=\"1538\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1540\" data-end=\"1563\"\u003e🌱 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1543\" data-end=\"1561\"\u003eGrowing Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1565\" data-end=\"1832\"\u003e🪴 Hardy annual, 18–24” tall with bushy growth\u003cbr data-start=\"1611\" data-end=\"1614\"\u003e🌼 Unique quilled “radio” petals in blazing orange\u003cbr data-start=\"1664\" data-end=\"1667\"\u003e⏱ Blooms continuously from early summer until frost\u003cbr data-start=\"1718\" data-end=\"1721\"\u003e🐝 Pollinator magnet + medicinal herb tradition\u003cbr data-start=\"1768\" data-end=\"1771\"\u003e🧑🌾 Easy to grow in most soils, tolerates poor conditions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1834\" data-end=\"1837\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1839\" data-end=\"1859\"\u003e✨ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1841\" data-end=\"1857\"\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1860\" data-end=\"2167\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1860\" data-end=\"1913\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1862\" data-end=\"1913\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1862\" data-end=\"1877\"\u003eLatin Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"1878\" data-end=\"1901\"\u003eCalendula officinalis\u003c\/em\u003e (‘Radio’)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1914\" data-end=\"1948\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1916\" data-end=\"1948\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1916\" data-end=\"1926\"\u003eHabit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Annual, 18–24” tall\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1949\" data-end=\"2004\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1951\" data-end=\"2004\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1951\" data-end=\"1962\"\u003eFlavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tangy, peppery, mild saffron-like notes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2005\" data-end=\"2084\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2007\" data-end=\"2084\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2007\" data-end=\"2025\"\u003eCulinary Uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Garnishes, teas, saffron substitute, baked goods, syrups\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2085\" data-end=\"2167\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2087\" data-end=\"2167\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2087\" data-end=\"2110\"\u003eCompanion Planting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Repels pests, attracts pollinators, boosts soil health\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sv-bundle-cta\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWant the curated set?\u003c\/strong\u003e This variety is also included in the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/edible-flower-garnish-seed-pack\"\u003eEdible Flower Garnish Pack\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Casa Verde","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50333654450466,"sku":null,"price":5.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0955\/4401\/7186\/files\/calendula-radio-edible-flowers-hero.png?v=1757860141","url":"https:\/\/casaverdeseeds.com\/products\/calendula-radio-edible-flower-seeds","provider":"Casa Verde Seed Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}