Pot marigold
Pot marigold: Sowing, planting and harvest calendar
Pot marigold, Calendula officinalis, is a herbaceous member of the daisy family, valued for its yellow and orange flowers. Usually grown as an annual, it develops a branching clump with green, simple, elongated leaves along its stems. Their slightly hairy surface and leafy scent accompany a relatively soft, informal habit. Depending on the cultivar, plants may remain compact or become taller and more open, with flower heads clearly visible above the foliage.What looks like one calendula flower is actually a head containing many small flowers. Those around the edge have long, petal-like straps, while the central flowers are tubular. Single forms show this central disc clearly; double forms have more strap-shaped flowers and a fuller outline. Colours range from pale yellow to rich orange, with intermediate shades and sometimes a darker centre. This variety gives calendula a place in both gentle colour combinations and brighter displays.Calendula differs from the French…
