Botanical Name: Common Names:
Calendula officinalis Nova Single Original Marigold,
Native: Foliage Type:
No Evergreen
Plant Type: Plant Habit:
Herbs & Vegetables Clumping
Description:
Small hardy annual with green foliage and lovely single orange marigold flowers during Summer. Great for cottage themed gardens. Petals are edible and can be added to salads. Grows approx. 60cm tall.
Mature Height: Mature Width:
30-60cm <30cm
Position: Soil Type:
Full Sun Loam, Well Drained
Landscape Use(s)
Balcony / Roof, Courtyard, Cut Flower, Edible Garden, Mass Planting, Park And Gardens, Container / Pot
Pests & Diseases: Generally trouble free, Powdery Mildew
Cultural Notes:
Plant Care
Keep moist during dry periods, Liquid feed
Family Name: Origin:
Asteraceae Europe
Characteristics
Foliage Colour: Green
Flower Colour: Orange
Flower Fragrant: No
Flowering Season: Summer
Fruit: No
Requirements Tolerances
Growth Rate: Moderate
Maintenance Level: Medium
Water Usage: Medium / Moderate
Drought: Low
Frost: Moderate
Wind: Low