
LIFE CYCLE
Annual
PLANT CHARACTERISTICS
Bright
GROWTH HABIT
Compact and bushy
BLOOM SEASON
Winter to Spring
FLAVOUR PROFILE
Ornamental
SUITABLE FOR
Outdoor
SEED TYPE
Non-GMO Flower Seeds
PLANT TYPE
Flowering Plant
PLANTING SEASON
Winter
FRUIT SIZE
N/A
PLANT HEIGHT
30–60 cm
LIGHT REQUIREMENT
Full Sun
WATER NEEDS
Moderate
HARDINESS ZONES
Suitable for mild and cool climates
CONTAINER GARDEN
Yes
PLANT SPACING
25–30 cm
PLANTING DEPTH
0.5–1 cm
GROWING CONDITIONS
Well-drained soil with good sunlight
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Calendula Double Mixed soften the edge of a vegetable garden?
Can Calendula Double Mixed soften the edge of a vegetable garden?
Yes. Its compact, bushy form and colorful double flowers can add ornamental interest along vegetable-bed edges.
Do Calendula flower colors vary within the mixed seed packet?
Do Calendula flower colors vary within the mixed seed packet?
Yes. A mixed variety can produce flowers in different shades, giving the planting a varied display.
Can Calendula be planted in a shallow garden bed?
Can Calendula be planted in a shallow garden bed?
It prefers well-drained soil, and its listed 0.5–1 cm seed depth makes direct sowing straightforward in prepared soil.
Does Calendula suit a cool-season ornamental display?
Does Calendula suit a cool-season ornamental display?
Yes. The page lists winter planting and winter-to-spring flowering, making it suitable for cool-season displays.
Can Calendula Double Mixed be combined with taller flowers?
Can Calendula Double Mixed be combined with taller flowers?
Yes. Its 30–60 cm compact growth can work as a lower or middle layer beneath taller ornamental plants.
How can gardeners keep a mixed Calendula display fresh?
How can gardeners keep a mixed Calendula display fresh?
Remove faded flower heads regularly. This helps maintain a tidy appearance and supports continued flowering.