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Posted 01/18/2023 in Annual

Calendula officinalis

An Old World potherb popular during Shakespearean times, Calendula officinalis features bright yellow to deep orange flowers with contrasting darker center disks. Although bitter tasting, both the flowers and leaves are edible and can be added to soups or salads.

Post Details

Latin Name
Calendula officinalis
Common Name
Marigold
Planting Zone
Zone 2 Zone 3 Zone 4 Zone 5 Zone 6 Zone 7 Zone 8 Zone 9 Zone 10 Zone 11
Special Interest
Attracts Butterflies
Bloom Season
Spring
Height
1-2 ft
Spread
1-2 ft
Suggested Uses
Cottage Garden
Potential Pests
Powdery mildew, slugs and snails

Plant Story

An Old World potherb popular during Shakespearean times, Calendula officinalis features bright yellow to deep orange flowers with contrasting darker center disks. Although bitter tasting, both the flowers and leaves are edible and can be added to soups or salads.

Special Care Instructions

Deadhead spent flowers for additional bloom! Set seedlings out 6-8 weeks before last frost date.

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