Growing guide · Home growing: windowsill, balcony and terrace
Calendula (pot marigold)
Calendula officinalis
An easy annual whose petals add flavour and colour. Self-seeds.
Key figures
| Item | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Sowing / planting | indoors about 6–8 weeks before last frost | [1] |
| Edible part | petals | [2][3] |
| Light | most edible flowers 6–8 h sun | [2] |
| pH | no exact value in the sources |
The full guide (care, pests, beginner and professional tips) is currently in Finnish. The figures above are the same and come from the sources below.
These are general guidelines. Always check the variety, seed packet or fertiliser instructions and current regulations.