Michigan State University Extension
Ornamental Plants plus Version 3.0 - 00000247
11/12/99
Calendula officianalis--Pot Marigold
Height: 24 in Spacing: 15 in
Type: annual
Flowers: Yellow, orange, cream (Vis. 2).
Comments: Calendulas (Vis. 1) grow best in full sunshine and
a rather dry soil. The plants bloom most of the summer, but
are intolerant of intense heat and may die out during
periods of hot humid weather. The flowering season is
prolonged when old flower heads are removed. Pot Marigold
can be used as a bedding plant or as a source of cut
flowers. The plant can also be used as a potted plant.
The flowers are edible.
Propagation: The seed may be started indoors or planted
directly into the garden. Germination takes 10 to 14 days
at 70 degrees. Cover the seed with soil to exclude light.
Seeds sown in July bloom in late summer. When
transplanting Calendula, try not to damage the taproot.
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