Calendula officinalis 'Snow Princess'
English marigold, marigold, pot marigold
The edible petals of this new pot marigold are creamy lemon on their upper surface and a rich butter yellow on their reverse. Therefore, their colour seems to change as the petals unfurl, so you will usually have a range of shades at any one time. In the border, the flowers will help attract bees and other pollinators, and they are also excellent for cutting.
How to care for Calendula officinalis Snow Princess:
Keep well watered and feed with a high potash fertiliser (such as Tomorite) at regular intervals throughout the growing season. Regular deadheading of the flowers will ensure even more appear until the first frosts.
Sowing instructions:
In autumn or spring, either sow in situ into well-raked soil, or in a seed-tray or pot. Cover the seed with 1cm of soil or compost and thin out as the seedlings appear allowing 30cm (12in) between each plant.
Flowering period:
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Eventual height:
0.3m
Eventual spread:
0.25m
Position:
Full sun / light shade
Rate of growth:
Fast-growing
Soil:
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness:
Fully hardy
approx 100 seeds
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