Description
Calendula officinalis | ‘Fiesta Gitana’ Pot Marigold
Cool-weather, hardy annual with orange, yellow, and salmon blooms. Direct-sow in fall or early spring in the front of the garden beds. Prefers cool temperatures and appreciates filtered shade. Tolerates poor soil. For best blooms do not over-water. Flowers all summer long. Stays compact, growing to only 6-12″ tall. Reseeds easily. Easy to grow- ideal for beginners.
Attracts some beneficial insects and repels a couple of the bad ones. Calendula flowers are edible and taste great in salads.
Type: Annual
Sun exposure: Part shade to full sun
Mature height: 6-12 inches
Mature width: 6-8 inches
Hardiness zones: All zones
Check out this cool video on Calendula by The Herbal Jedi
