Tuesday, April 7, 2009

Calendula


Calendula officinalis
Varieties:
Pacific Beauty

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Plant Height:      12-24"
Spacing:               6-18"
Sun Preference:  Sun to Full Sun
Flower Color:     Oranges
Self-Sowing


I have had Calendula growing along the back of my vegetable garden for a few years.  It easily self seeds and adds great color.  The stems and leaves are sticky.

Cheery yellow or orange, single or double daisy-like blooms 2 inches
to 4 inches across, flower non-stop from late fall through spring in
areas with milder winters. A carefree choice for spring and early
summer color in colder climates. Bright yellow, double, somewhat
branching, leaves are narrow and long, with rounded ends. Long asting
cut flowers. Easily sown directly into soil in late summer or early
fall (milder climates). Will do fine in moist soil, but requires good
drainage.
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