What does the cryptic crossword clue "Allotment 21 gone to seed (8)" mean?

The definition is "Allotment". The wordplay uses an anagram. anagram of NOT (synonym="NOT") + QUITE (synonym="the answer to ’21’ across") = QUOTIENT; definition: "Allotment" The answer is QUOTIENT.

Allotment 21 gone to seed (8)

Guardian Cryptic #29304 | 16 Across | 2024-02-13 flower

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