Bathukamma Flower Seed Bundle

Description

Grow a colourful collection of flowering plants at home with the Bathukamma Flower Seed Bundle. This thoughtfully curated collection brings together Yellow Marigold, French Orange Marigold, Chrysanthemum Mixed, Yellow Cosmos, Celosia Plumosa and Cockscomb Mixed Seeds.

From bright yellow and orange Marigolds to colourful Chrysanthemums and the distinctive textured blooms of Celosia and Cockscomb, this collection brings together six flowering varieties inspired by the colourful floral spirit of Bathukamma.

With 8 seed packets and 160 seeds in total, this collection is suitable for balconies, terraces and home gardens.

Product Description

This combo contains:

Yellow Marigold Seeds (10 seeds) × 2
Yellow Marigold is an easy-growing flowering variety known for its bright yellow flowers and musky fragrance. It prefers full sunlight and evenly moist, well-drained soil. Seeds generally germinate within approximately 1 week and flowering can begin at around 8 weeks.

Chrysanthemum Mixed Seeds (30 seeds) × 2
Chrysanthemum produces bright mixed-colour flowers and is an easy-growing flowering variety. It prefers full sunlight and fertile, well-draining loamy soil rich in organic matter. Seeds generally germinate within approximately 1 week, with flowering taking around 8–15 weeks. 

French Orange Marigold Seeds (10 seeds) × 1
French Orange Marigold produces eye-catching orange flowers with a loose, airy appearance. It is easy to grow, prefers full sunlight and well-draining soil, and generally germinates within approximately 1 week. Flowering can begin at around 8 weeks. 

Cosmos Yellow Seeds (20 seeds) × 1
Yellow Cosmos produces cheerful daisy-like yellow flowers. It is an easy-growing flowering variety that prefers full sunlight and well-draining soil. Seeds generally germinate within approximately 1 week and flowering can begin at around 9 weeks. 

Celosia Plumosa Seeds (20 seeds) × 1
Celosia Plumosa produces colourful, bushy flowers with a distinctive velvety texture. It prefers full sunlight and fertile, well-draining loamy soil. Seeds generally germinate within approximately 1 week and flowering can begin at around 10 weeks. 

Cockscomb Mixed Seeds (30 seeds) × 1
Cockscomb produces colourful, velvety flowers with a distinctive crested appearance. It is an easy-growing flowering variety and can grow approximately 9–32 inches tall. 

Seed & Growing Information

Number of Seed Varieties: 6
Number of Seed Packets: 8
Total Number of Seeds: 160

Yellow Marigold: 20 seeds
Chrysanthemum Mixed: 60 seeds
French Orange Marigold: 10 seeds
Yellow Cosmos: 20 seeds
Celosia Plumosa: 20 seeds
Cockscomb Mixed: 30 seeds

Difficulty Level: Easy
Type: Flower Seeds

Plant Care Information

Yellow Marigold

• Difficulty level is easy.

• Grow in full sunlight.

• Water on alternate days.

• Use evenly moist, well-draining soil.

• Seeds generally germinate within approximately 1 week.

• Flowering can begin at around 8 weeks.

• Plant height can range from approximately 6 inches to 3 feet.

• Preferred sowing period is September.

Chrysanthemum Mixed

• Difficulty level is easy.

• Grow in full sunlight.

• Water on alternate days according to soil requirements.

• Use fertile, well-draining loamy soil rich in organic matter.

• Seeds generally germinate within approximately 1 week.

• Flowering can take approximately 8–15 weeks.

• Plant height can reach approximately 50–150 cm. 

French Orange Marigold

• Difficulty level is easy.

• Grow in full sunlight.

• Water on alternate days.

• Use well-draining soil that does not remain wet for long periods.

• Seeds generally germinate within approximately 1 week.

• Flowering can begin at around 8 weeks.

• Plant height can range from approximately 6–24 inches.

• Preferred sowing period is September. 

Yellow Cosmos

• Difficulty level is easy.

• Grow in full sunlight.

• Water approximately 1–2 times per week.

• Use well-draining soil.

• Seeds generally germinate within approximately 1 week.

• Flowering can begin at around 9 weeks.

• Plant height can range from approximately 1–6 feet.

Celosia Plumosa

• Difficulty level is easy.

• Grow in full sunlight.

• Water on alternate days.

• Use fertile, well-draining loamy soil rich in organic matter.

• Seeds generally germinate within approximately 1 week.

• Flowering can begin at around 10 weeks.

• Plant height can reach approximately 3 feet. 

Cockscomb Mixed

• Difficulty level is easy.

• Produces mixed-colour flowers.

• Plant height can range from approximately 9–32 inches.

• Use suitable well-draining potting media.

• Suitable for pots and home gardens. 

How to Grow

1. Take a seedling tray and fill it with cocopeat.

2. Sow each flower variety separately.

3. Lightly cover the seeds with cocopeat.

4. Spray water gently using a spray bottle or spray gun.

5. Keep the growing medium appropriately moist during germination.

6. Place the seedlings in suitable sunlight according to the requirements of each variety.

7. Transplant established seedlings into suitable pots or garden beds.

8. Follow the individual watering requirements of each flower variety.

Benefits

• Includes 6 flowering seed varieties

• Includes 8 seed packets

• Includes 160 seeds in total

• Includes 2 packets of Yellow Marigold Seeds

• Includes 2 packets of Chrysanthemum Mixed Seeds

• Includes yellow, orange and mixed-colour flowering varieties

• Combines Marigold, Chrysanthemum, Cosmos and Celosia varieties

• Suitable for balconies, terraces and home gardens

• Features multiple flower forms and textures

• Ideal for creating a colourful Bathukamma-inspired flower garden

Alternate Method

The seeds can also be started directly in appropriately sized pots containing a suitable potting mix.

Where suitable, Neem Cake Powder, Vermicompost and Seaweed can be added to the growing medium. Avoid allowing the soil to remain waterlogged and follow the sunlight and watering requirements of each variety separately.

Alternate Names

Yellow Marigold: Tagetes erecta, Pasupu Banti Puvvu
French Orange Marigold: Tagetes patula, French Orange Banti Puvvu
Chrysanthemum Mixed: Chrysanthemum morifolium, Chamanthi, Mums
Yellow Cosmos: Cosmos sulphureus
Celosia Plumosa: Celosia argentea, Prince of Wales Feathers
Cockscomb Mixed: Celosia cristata, Plumed Cockscomb