Also known as “Pot Marigold”. Lovely semi-double to fully double flowers in shades of yellow, gold, orange and cream on sturdy well branched plants. When dried, the petals of Calendula flowers provide a culinary substitute for saffron and lend beauty to many dishes as edible flowers. Easy to grow and attractive to butterflies. Ideal for beds and borders and cut flowers.

Planting Information:

When and Where to Plant: Select sunny location and plant outdoors in well drained, moist soil after last frost. For an earlier start, sow seeds indoors 6 to 8 weeks before the last expected frost. In milder winter climates, seed again in late summer/early fall. Firm soil over seed.

Care: Keep soil moist and feed monthly. Pick faded blooms.

Seed Type: Annual
Seed Variety: Calendula, Pacific Beauty Mix
Germination Time: 10 – 20 Days
Planting Depth: 1/4 in.
Seed Spacing: 2 in.
Maximum Height: 18 – 24 in.
Thinning Height: 2 in.
Space After Thinning: 6 – 18 in.
Light Requirements: Full Sun