Calendula officinalis - 1.5 Ltr pot

Description
The Marigold (Calendula officinalis) is a popular plant for the balcony that produces countless orange or yellow, pleasantly scented flowers throughout the season. The medium green leaves are lanceolate. A sunny position and a well-drained substrate are preferred.

Bulletpoints
* Continuous bloomer * the flowers are highly favoured by bees, bumblebees and hoverflies * fragrant flowers

Leaves
The leaves of Marigold are medium green, lanceolate.

Growth
Slender.

Water
Water regularly and allow the soil to dry out in the meantime.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny position.

Soil
Prefers a well-drained, nutrient-rich, loamy substrate.

Planting time
Planting: After the last frosts.

Tasks
- Harvest: In the period from June to November - Sowing outdoors: In the period from April to October.

Care
Regular watering in summer is particularly important. Morning or evening is the best time for this. Watering should also be done slowly and, if possible, not over flowers and leaves.

Flower
Suitable for consumption. The orange, yellow, basket-shaped flowers appear from June to November. They are pleasantly scented.

Use
Group planting, cottage garden, bee pasture, rose garden, homeopathy