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Calendula officinalis
Pot marigold
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The Calendula officinalis plant species is found in S. Europe. A garden escape in Britain[17]. It is a member of the Compositae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Pot marigold.

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Latin Name:  Calendula officinalis
Common Name:  Pot marigold
Family:  Compositae
Author:  L.
 
Known Hazards:  None known
 
Mature Height:  0.6   Mature Width:  0.5
 
Habitat:  The original habitat is obscure but it is found as a garden escape on waste, cultivated and arable land and along roadsides[200].



Propagation Notes:  Seed - sow in situ from spring to early summer and again in September. The seed germinates best in darkness and usually within 1 - 2 weeks at 21°c[138]. The plant often self-sows freely.

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