The Crossword Centre Clue-Writing Competition

CCCWC September competition voters’ comments
 
Clue no. 56: Wild madder, in earth lacking colour, grown from a seed.

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A clue to MAIDEN.
2 comments refer to this clue (from 2 competitors, 0 others)

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Comments on the clue
1.Indication of letters to remove is too indirect.
2.The subtracted anagram is both indirect and unindicated