Calendula

Calendula Officinalis

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Overview

Calendula officinalis, commonly known as pot marigold, is an herbaceous perennial that thrives in USDA zones 3-9. Admired for vibrant, daisy-like flowers in warm hues of yellow and orange, it typically grows 1-2 feet tall and wide. This plant prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Calendulas offer extended blooms from early summer until frost, attracting beneficial pollinators while being deer-resistant. Ideal for borders and cottage gardens.

Sun FullWater MediumZones 3–10Climate Mediterranean

Calendula (Calendula Officinalis) — commonly known as pot marigold

Calendula (Calendula Officinalis) — daisy-like flowers in warm hues of yellow and orange

Calendula (Calendula Officinalis) — it typically grows 1-2 feet tall and wide

Calendula (Calendula Officinalis) — This plant prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil

Calendula (Calendula Officinalis) — commonly known as pot marigold

Calendula (Calendula Officinalis) — Calendulas offer extended blooms from early summer until frost

Calendula (Calendula Officinalis) — This vigorous plant is renowned for its cheerful yellow to deep orange composite flowers

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 3–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Asteraceae
Climate: Mediterranean

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Calendula (Calendula Officinalis) — is an herbaceous perennial that thrives in USDA zones 3-9

Calendula (Calendula Officinalis) — daisy-like flowers in warm hues of yellow and orange

Calendula (Calendula Officinalis) — it typically grows 1-2 feet tall and wide

Calendula (Calendula Officinalis) — This plant prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil

Calendula (Calendula Officinalis) — commonly known as pot marigold

Calendula (Calendula Officinalis) — Calendulas offer extended blooms from early summer until frost

Calendula (Calendula Officinalis) — This vigorous plant is renowned for its cheerful yellow to deep orange composite flowers

Calendula (Calendula Officinalis) — is an herbaceous perennial that is often grown as an annual in colder climates

Calendula (Calendula Officinalis) — Ideal for borders and cottage gardens

Calendula (Calendula Officinalis) — which typically span 2 to 3 inches in diameter

Calendula (Calendula Officinalis) — commonly known as pot marigold or Calendula officinalis

Calendula (Calendula Officinalis) — attracting beneficial pollinators while being deer-resistant

Calendula (Calendula Officinalis) — and as gap fillers in mixed beds

Calendula (Calendula Officinalis) — They reach a mature height of about 12 to 24 inches

Calendula (Calendula Officinalis) — providing continuous interest and color in the landscape

Calendula (Calendula Officinalis) — their vibrant flowers are edible and have been traditionally used for culinary and medicinal purposes

Calendula (Calendula Officinalis) — Calendulas flourish in full sun to partial shade and are adaptable to a range of soil conditions

Calendula (Calendula Officinalis) — though they prefer moderately fertile

Calendula (Calendula Officinalis) — Although they are drought-resistant once established

Calendula (Calendula Officinalis) — deadheading is recommended to encourage additional blooms

Calendula (Calendula Officinalis) — Calendulas attract beneficial insects

Calendula (Calendula Officinalis) — enhancing the biodiversity of the garden.<br><br>In terms of maintenance

Calendula (Calendula Officinalis) — such as bees and butterflies

Calendula (Calendula Officinalis) — incorporating Calendula officinalis into a garden provides a low-maintenance

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