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Calendula

Calendula officinalis · Asteraceae

Useful companion plant

pH 6 – 7.5
10 – 25°C
50–70 days
Growth: moderate
High

Care Notes

Useful companion plant

Health Benefits

Skin healing properties

Culinary Uses

Edible flowers

Root Behaviour

Moderate

Common Problems

Problems

Powdery mildew

Pests

Aphids

Deficiencies

Rare

Nutrient Demand

Low Demand

Suited to young or lightly-stocked systems

Compatible Systems

Media Bed

Tags

#edible-flower#companion-plant#temperate#medicinal#pollinator

Season

Spring–Autumn

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