Pot marigold, English marigold

Calendula officinalis

Plants of Home and Garden, Herbs

Seed about 1/4" deep in winter or early spring, as dark is needed for germination, 60-70F/15-21Calendula Does well in most soils and full to part sun. Annual, can be sown outside in fall in warm climates for spring blooming, or in cooler areas moved outside just before last frost. Transplant carefully. Often self-sows well

See Also

African marigold, French marigold, signata marigold (Tagetes erecta, Tagetes signata, Tagetes patula)
Marigold (Tagetes species)
Marsh marigold, kingcup (Caltha palustris)
White marsh marigold (Caltha leptosepala)

Related Topics

Herbs
Soil
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