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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

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Medium
USDA zones
3–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Asteraceae
Climate
Mediterranean

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Calendula (Calendula Officinalis) — annual for full
Calendula (Calendula Officinalis) — annual with gold and multi-colored and orange blooms
Calendula (Calendula Officinalis) — gold and multi-colored and orange flowers in the garden
Calendula (Calendula Officinalis) — high-yield burst of color that appeals to both the aesthetic and practical sensibilities of any client
Calendula (Calendula Officinalis) — consistent moisture will result in optimal growth and flowering
Calendula (Calendula Officinalis) — For the landscape designer
Calendula (Calendula Officinalis) — This plant prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil; is an herbaceous perennial that thrives in USDA zones
Calendula (Calendula Officinalis) — commonly known as pot marigold; it typically grows 1-2 feet tall and wide
Calendula (Calendula Officinalis) — is an herbaceous perennial that thrives in USDA zones 3-9; this vigorous plant is renowned for its cheerful yellow to deep
Calendula (Calendula Officinalis) — daisy-like flowers in warm hues of yellow and orange; their vibrant flowers are edible and have been traditionally used for
Calendula (Calendula Officinalis) — attracting beneficial pollinators while being deer-resistant; providing continuous interest and color in the landscape
Calendula (Calendula Officinalis) — Calendulas offer extended blooms from early summer until frost; commonly known as pot marigold or Calendula officinalis
Calendula (Calendula Officinalis) — it typically grows 1-2 feet tall and wide; for the landscape designer
Calendula (Calendula Officinalis) — This vigorous plant is renowned for its cheerful yellow to deep orange composite flowers; though they prefer moderately
Calendula (Calendula Officinalis) — which typically span 2 to 3 inches in diameter; enhancing the biodiversity of the garden.<br><br>In terms of maintenance
Calendula (Calendula Officinalis) — Calendulas flourish in full sun to partial shade and are adaptable to a range of soil conditions; gold and multi-colored
Calendula (Calendula Officinalis) — though they prefer moderately fertile; this plant prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil
Calendula (Calendula Officinalis) — commonly known as pot marigold or Calendula officinalis; annual for full
Calendula (Calendula Officinalis) — is an herbaceous perennial that is often grown as an annual in colder climates; attracting beneficial pollinators while
Calendula (Calendula Officinalis) — Ideal for borders and cottage gardens; although they are drought-resistant once established
Calendula (Calendula Officinalis) — such as bees and butterflies; and as gap fillers in mixed beds
Calendula (Calendula Officinalis) — enhancing the biodiversity of the garden.<br><br>In terms of maintenance; consistent moisture will result in optimal growth
Calendula (Calendula Officinalis) — They reach a mature height of about 12 to 24 inches; which typically span 2 to 3 inches in diameter
Calendula (Calendula Officinalis) — and as gap fillers in mixed beds; incorporating Calendula officinalis into a garden provides a low-maintenance

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