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How to Grow Calendula | Guide to Growing Calendula |
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Overview |
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The flower petals of the Calendula plant have been used for medicinal purposes since at least the 12th century. Native to Mediterranean countries, Calendula is now cultivated across the globe. Calendula is typically added to salves and other topical preparations and has been shown to speed the healing of wounds, where it appears to have anti-inflammatory, antiviral, and antibacterial effects. |
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Full sun or partial shade |
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Growing Guide
GROWING NOTES
Calendula officinalis will grow to a height of 2-2 ½' and will produce ample quantities of resinous yellow and orange flowers throughout the growing season.
Calendula is adaptable to a range of soils and light conditions. Will thrive and produce more flowers with full sun and rich, fertile soil.
MAINTAINING
Calendula can be direct-seeded outdoors in spring, or started indoors 4-6 weeks before warm spring weather. The small seeds should be planted ¼" deep, and kept well watered while awaiting germination which should occur within 7-14 days. If starting indoors, allow plants to grow to a height of 3-4" and show first leaves. When transpanting, space plants 6" apart from each other in rows 18" apart. Once established, Calendula is hardy, easy to grow and will self-sow freely.
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Harvesting Guide
HARVESTING
Harvesting can begin with the first blooms of the season and continue throughout the warm season and into fall. To collect, cup flower stem between fingers and twist to snap off flower. Flowers are typically dried before use by placing onto a well-ventilated screen out of direct sunlight and allowing to desiccate for approximately one week.
SAVING SEEDS
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