Calendula officinalis Compositae

Marigold

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Published 1991

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CULTIVATION This hardy annual has hairy, mid-green, tongue-shaped leaves and yellow, cream or orange, daisy-like flowers from late spring. Reaching a height of 30-50cm (12-20in), it prefers moist, medium-rich soil and full sun. Propagate it by sowing seeds in spring or autumn, thinning to 15 cm (6in) apart. Harvest the leaves and flowers at any time, but pick flowers you want to dry from midsummer. A garden, border, container or conservatory herb.

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