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| Calendula | Common name; Pot Marigold |
A border plant with bright long lasting orange or yellow flowers that grow to around 600mm high.
This attribute makes it a good ‘cut flower’ however, the leaves and stems have a pungent aroma which might not be to every ones liking.
It can also be grown in pots under glass for cutting in winter.
They will thrive on virtually any type of soil, but the best results come from a well-drained, not too rich garden soil.
Constant dead-heading will prolong the flowering period and reduce excessive amounts of seed self seeding.
Week 14; Sow seed in pots / trays of seed compost and germinate at 13°C(55°F)
Germination should take around three or four days.
Week 16; When large enough to handle, prick out into 75mm (3") pots of potting compost.
Week 21; Plant out 300-400mm (12-15") apart.
Pinch out the terminal bud at this stage, to encourage the formation of side growths.
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