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Organic Calendula / Marigold Seed
Pot marigold, or Calendula officinalis, is a hardy annual with vibrant, edible orange flowers. Commonly cultivated for medicinal purposes, calendula is often used for skin care products and herbal teas. It is very easy to grow and suits most soils. More details below.
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Organic Calendula officinalis Seed
The name 'calendula' comes from the Latin word calendae, meaning ‘little calendar’, because the flower can bloom in every month of the year, especially in warmer climates. Calendula attracts beneficial insects such as bees and hoverflies. It can be used as a ‘trap’ crop, drawing aphids and whiteflies away from other crops.
Characteristics:
- Annual
- Planting: Bare cultivated soil, after casting, firm in or lightly rake
- Sow direct in Spring or late Autumn
- Seeding Rate: 1g per 4m²
- Flowers: orange/yellow
- Height: 30 - 60cm
| Special Features | Pollinator Friendly, Easy Gardening, Balcony & Pot Growing |
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| Life Cycle | Annual |
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