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Calendula officinalis Pacific Beauty Mix seeds - Calendula officinalis Pacific Beauty Cream - Marigold

Calendula officinalis Pacific Beauty Mix
Pot marigold, Common marigold, Garden marigold

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A medium-sized garden marigold, with a uniform growth habit, that produces double and semi-double flowers in a mix of colours, ranging from shades of orange, apricot, yellow, peach, and cream, with a brown centre. Sow this robust annual in March-April, and it will bloom from June to September in sunny borders and containers, even in poor soil and coastal areas.
Flower size
10 cm
Height at maturity
60 cm
Exposure
Sun
Annual / Perennial
Annual
Germination time (days)
14 days
Sowing method
Direct sowing, Sowing under cover
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Sowing period March to May
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Description

Calendula officinalis 'Pacific Beauty Mix' is a Marigold that forms a medium-sized and uniform plant, and offers beautiful double and semi-double flowers in a mix of colours, with a brown centre. The flowers come in shades of orange, apricot, yellow, peach, and cream, and can reach up to 10 cm in diameter. Very floriferous, robust, and wind-resistant, it fits perfectly in borders and sunny containers and brightens them up for weeks. Sown in March-April, this annual plant, which grows quickly and is easy to cultivate in ordinary soil, blooms approximately 10 weeks later.

Calendula officinalis belongs to the asteraceae family, and has the characteristic inflorescence in the shape of a daisy. 'Pacific Beauty Mix' is a recent variety. The annual plant forms a clump of strong and branched stems in a few months, giving it a compact appearance. It reaches a height of 60 cm and a width of 40 cm. Its lanceolate leaves are velvety and highly aromatic when crushed. Their bright green colour provides a beautiful background for its soft flowers with a dark orange centre. Its flowering starts in June and continues regularly until the end of summer, attracting many pollinating insects. Each head can measure up to 10 cm in diameter. It is composed of a centre of fertile florets surrounded by numerous long "petals", which are actually ligulate flowers gathered in a crown. This crown opens in the sun and closes at night or in cloudy weather. Marigold seeds can spread easily in various ways: by the wind, by falling on the ground, but also by sticking to clothing and animal fur, as these small crescents have hooks. They self-seed easily, as their germination is not hindered by the cold. The seedlings can grow in all types of soil, as long as they are in the sun for a good part of the day.

The 'Pacific Beauty Mix' Marigold is a reliable choice in the garden for quickly creating a flowery border or filling a sunny terrace container. It pairs perfectly with colourful Dahlias and ornamental grasses with swaying foliage. Foliage plants like artemisias or silver stachys complement it, as well as flowers that thrive in well-drained soil such as salvias, roses, or annual nigellas in a perfect orange and blue duo. The Marigold is also an edible flower, to be enjoyed in moderation, and can be used in salads, soups, and desserts. Some say its flavour is peppery.

Listed in gardens since the 12th century, the Marigold is used in many fields. It is first and foremost a dye plant used as a pigment. But it is also used in cosmetics, pharmacology, and homoeopathy for its soothing, astringent, healing, anti-inflammatory, and hepatic properties, among others. Finally, its nickname False Saffron comes from its culinary use. The Marigold is a great substitute for this spice, colouring rice-based dishes, as well as stews, soups, and herbal teas. When raw, it adds flavour to cheeses, salads, and even butter. It has long been established in vegetable gardens as an ally to other edible plants, as it repels nematodes and attracts many pollinating insects.

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Calendula officinalis Pacific Beauty Mix seeds - Calendula officinalis Pacific Beauty Cream - Marigold (Plant habit) Plant habit

Flowering

Flower colour multicoloured
Flowering time June to September
Inflorescence Flower head
Flower size 10 cm
Fragrance slightly scented
Bee-friendly Attracts pollinators
Good for cut flowers Cut flower blooms

Foliage

Foliage persistence Annual
Foliage colour green
Aromatic? Fragrant foliage when creased

Plant habit

Height at maturity 60 cm
Spread at maturity 40 cm
Growth rate very fast

Botanical data

Genus

Calendula

Species

officinalis

Cultivar

Pacific Beauty Mix

Family

Asteraceae

Other common names

Pot marigold, Common marigold, Garden marigold

Origin

Cultivar or hybrid

Product reference21436

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Planting and care

Marigolds can be sown directly in place from March in mild regions. If you are in a cold region, wait until the end of heavy frosts, as the seeds prefer temperatures close to 20°C. Loosen the soil a little and choose a sunny location. The seeds should be sown broadcast, covered with 1 or 2 mm of soil and lightly watered. They will germinate between 5 and 10 days and can be thinned if necessary to 30 cm apart.

However, if you don't mind the winter frost, you can prepare your sowings as early as September by sowing in pots and trays and keeping them sheltered until spring. Then, you can transplant the seedlings from March into pots or directly into the ground to benefit from some early flowers.

 

Cultivation:

Marigolds are fast-growing plants that thrive in full sun or partial shade in warm climates and sheltered locations. They are not demanding, as long as they are planted in well-drained, fairly fertile, and light soil. Protect the plants from slugs and snails, which are fond of them.

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Sowing period

Sowing period March to May
Sowing method Direct sowing, Sowing under cover
Germination time (days) 14 days

Intended location

Suitable for Meadow
Type of use Edge of border, Container
Ease of cultivation Beginner
Exposure Sun
Soil pH Any
Soil moisture Moist soil, Ordinary, well-drained soil.

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