Calendula, Pacific Beauty

Pacific Beauty Calendula
Calendula officinalis
Annual

Pacific Beauty Calendula is a beautiful edible & medicinal flower. It is a good self seeder, and may come back up in your garden next year. This variety of Calendula produces an array of colors, including shades of orange, yellow, and gold. Calendula is highly valued for its medicinal properties, with its petals commonly used in herbal remedies, salves, and skincare products for their soothing and anti-inflammatory properties. The flowers also make beautiful cake decorations or additions to salads.

Plant Spacing: 8-12 inches
Sun Preference: Full sun to partial shade
Companion Plants: Pacific Beauty Calendula pairs well with other pollinator-attracting plants such as lavender, bee balm, and coneflowers. Its bright blooms attract beneficial insects like bees and butterflies, enhancing pollination in the garden and promoting overall ecosystem health.
Common Pests: Pacific Beauty Calendula is relatively resistant to pests but may occasionally be susceptible to aphids or spider mites. Employ organic pest management methods such as neem oil spray or insecticidal soap to control infestations.
Growing Information: Pacific Beauty Calendula thrives in full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Provide consistent moisture and well-drained soil. Deadhead (cut-off) spent blooms regularly to encourage continuous flowering throughout the growing season.