CalendulaCommon Name: Calendula Scientific Name:Calendula officinalis USDA Hardiness Zones: N/A (annual) Approximate number of seeds per kilogram (pound) : 158,000 (72,000) Sun: full sun or partial shade Water: keep soil moderately moist during germination, do not overwater Soil: cover with 1/4 inch of soil, use fertile, well-drained soil Temperature: 15 to 20 degrees Celsius (59 to 68 degrees Fahrenheit) Spacing: 9 inches apart once seedlings are established. Germination Time: about 10 days Calendula is native to Europe, but grow throughout North America. Calendula produces edible blooms and is described in some herbal remedies. While Calendula performs best in the conditions described above, it is quite adaptable to a variety of conditions except for extreme draught and heat. Calendula will also bloom late into autumn as it is tolerant of light frost. |
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