Carthamus tinctorius

Botanical Name
Carthamus tinctorius
Common Name
Safflower
Family
Asteraceae
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It has been our experience that Carthamus tinctorius does not perform well in our area. The plants have been small and have not grown well, often staying as a singular stem. They have also been susceptible to herbivory.  

Gardens
Bethea's Garden Warm Season Annuals 2022

Research

Origin
Iran, Nicaragua & Turkey
Leaves
Deciduous
Stems
Herbaceous
Longevity
Annual
Genus
Carthamus
Specific Epithet
tinctorius
Interspecific Hybrid Flag
No
Reference:
World Flora Online RHS

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Hours

Hours: 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM | Daily

For their safety and the safety of our animal collection, pets are not allowed, nor can they be left in vehicles inside Brookgreen. Service animals that have received special training to assist disabled persons are welcome.

Tickets

Daily General Admission Tickets for 7 consecutive days

Children 3 and under: Free

Children 4-12: $12

Adults 13-64: $22

Seniors 65 & Over: $20

Location

1931 Brookgreen Drive
Murrells Inlet, SC 29576

Off US Highway 17 Bypass, between Murrells Inlet and Pawleys Island on South Carolina's Hammock Coast
843-235-6000
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