The Garden Marigold (Calendula officinalis) from the Jardins de l'Écoumène is a plant with multiple virtues, known for its bright flowers and its medicinal properties.
Spread: 30-40 cm
Plant height: 50-60 cm
Quantity per pack: 50 seeds
Companion plants: Tomatoes, cucumbers, carrots, basil
Enemy plants: Wormwood
The flowers of this marigold are a bright orange, bringing a vibrant and colorful touch to the garden. This annual plant grows to about 50 to 60 cm in height, and its flowers have a sweet and slightly bitter flavor, often used in tea for their soothing properties.
Undemanding, marigold grows well in any well-drained soil and prefers full sun exposure. It blooms from spring to autumn and its flowers have antiseptic, antifungal and antibacterial properties, used in traditional medicine to treat ulcers and various skin problems.
Garden Marigold is perfect for home gardeners looking to add a plant that is both aesthetically pleasing and therapeutic to their garden.