Pot Marigold,English Marigold. Vigorous annual with softly hairy, aromatic green leaves. Daisy-like, double or single, orange, yellow, cream, apricot and gold flowers borne profusely. Max Height 45cm to 70cm. Max Spread 40cm. Flowers May to September. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy.
Calendula officinalis
Vigorous annual with softly hairy, aromatic green leaves. Daisy-like, double or single, orange, yellow, cream, apricot and gold flowers borne profusely.
Additional information
| Generic | Calendula |
|---|---|
| Species | officinalis |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Pot Marigold, English Marigold |
| Flower Colour | apricot, orange, yellow |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Annual |
| Height | 45cm, 70cm |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Spread | 40cm |
| Growth Speed | Fast |
| Growth Habit | Erect |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | May, September |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | |
| Care | |
| Border | Border |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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