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Field marigold (annual)
Calendula arvensis
Field Marigold reaches 30 cm in height and blooms from June to November. It forms small yellow flowers, perfect for filling a flowerbed with a thick yellow carpet. As well as being decorative, it's also an excellent cover crop that quickly covers the soil. It can be grown on a balcony or in the ground. Native to Switzerland.
Growing instructions
Sow from March to June by broadcasting directly to the field or in rows 30 cm apart.
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Height
30
cm
Planting distance
2
x
30
cm
Sowing depth
0
cm
Germination duration
14
days
Fertilization need
Water need
Soil Type
All soil types
Native species
Suited for balcony gardening