Also known as Safflower · 1 saves
Carthamus
Carthamus, the genus most gardeners know as safflower. We track 1 varieties; the ones most used by real gardeners.
The 1 most-saved Carthamus varieties
Species of Carthamus
Each one is a parent of the varieties above.
Track your Carthamus in Sow
Save the Carthamus you grow and get care reminders timed to your zone.
Carthamus questions
How many types of Carthamus are there?
The Sow catalog tracks 1 distinct Carthamus varieties. The most popular — ranked by 1 real gardeners — are shown first above.
What zones does Carthamus grow in?
Across its varieties, Carthamus covers USDA Zones 4–10. Individual varieties differ — each plant page lists its exact range, and Sow filters the catalog to your zone automatically.
When does Carthamus bloom?
Most Carthamus varieties bloom in summer. Staggering early, mid, and late varieties extends the genus's season in one bed.
Which Carthamus should I choose?
Start from the most-saved varieties above — popularity across thousands of gardens is a strong signal of reliability — then filter by your zone and sun. In the Sow app you can preview any of them in a photo of your actual yard before you buy.