Pot marigold
Calendula officinalis · Marigolds · Aster family
Also known as: Common Marigold · English Marigold · Calendula
Very easy30–60cmPet-friendlyEdible
Pot marigold care at a glance
Pot marigold (Calendula officinalis) needs a moderate amount of water and prefers to grow in full sun. Ideal temperature: 10–21 °C.
- Water need
- Medium
- Light
- Full sun
- Soil moisture
- Evenly moist
- Nutrients
- Low
- Ideal temperature
- 10–21 °C
- Life cycle
- Annual
Pests, Diseases & Weather on Pot marigold
Possible pests on Pot marigold include Slugs and snails, Aphids and Whitefly. A common disease is Powdery mildew. Also possible: Cucumber mosaic virus. Pot marigold is considered pet-friendly.
Pest
- Slugs and snails Medium
- Aphids Low
- Whitefly Low
Disease
- Powdery mildew High
- Cucumber mosaic virus Medium
Weather
- Heat stress Medium
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Frequently asked questions about Pot marigold
- Which pests affect Pot marigold?
- Possible pests on Pot marigold include Slugs and snails, Aphids and Whitefly.
- Which diseases affect Pot marigold?
- A common disease is Powdery mildew. Also possible: Cucumber mosaic virus.
- Is Pot marigold toxic to cats and dogs?
- Pot marigold is considered pet-friendly and safe for cats and dogs.
- How much water does Pot marigold need?
- Pot marigold has a moderate water requirement.
- What light does Pot marigold need?
- Pot marigold prefers to grow in full sun. Around 6 hours of light per day is ideal.
- Is Pot marigold frost-hardy?
- Pot marigold is frost-hardy and tolerates frost. Its lower limit is around -10 °C.
- Can you eat Pot marigold?
- Yes, the edible parts are mainly: flowers.