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Safflower - Orange

Safflower (Carthamus Tinctorius Orange) - For an unusual yet lovely flower, grow Safflower flower seeds for this annual with thistle-like orange flower heads. The foliage is thistle-like and reaches 30 - 36 inches in height. Safflower blooms throughout the summer with orange, tubular flowers. Safflower is often used for dried arrangements as its flowers are everlasting.

Safflower - White

Safflower (Carthamus Tinctorius White) - This unique annual is a native to the Mediterranean. It is well-suited to sunny, hot conditions. Easily grown from Carthamus flower seeds, this thistle-like plant produces lovely white, tubular flower heads during the summer months.

Safflower - Yellow

Safflower (Carthamus Tinctorius Yellow) - This unique annual is a native to the Mediterranean. It is well-suited to sunny, hot conditions. Easily grown from Carthamus flower seeds, this thistle-like plant produces lovely yellow, tubular flower heads during the summer months. The foliage is thistle-like, but the prickliness is mild.