Graines de fleurs

"Calendula'Fiesta"

Franchi - Flowers Seed Calendula 'Fiesta'

Calendula 'Fiesta' Seeds (Calendula officinalis): The Ruffled Double Pot Marigold

Calendula 'Fiesta' offers a stunning, more complex take on the classic Pot Marigold. Unlike single varieties, 'Fiesta' produces magnificent, fully double and semi-double blooms with ruffled, densely packed petals. The colours are a vibrant mix of yellow, orange, apricot, and rich bi-colours, often exhibiting a beautiful dark centre. This highly ornamental variety is easy to grow, flowers profusely, and provides continuous, cheerful colour from early summer until the first frosts. It remains an excellent choice for cut flowers and attracts numerous pollinators, making it a versatile and hardworking addition to borders and vegetable patches alike.

• Appearance: Fully double to semi-double, ruffled, and densely petalled blooms.

• Colour: Mix of vibrant yellows, oranges, apricots, and bi-colours.

• Edible Quality: Petals are edible and can be used as a saffron substitute or garnish.

• Pollinator Power: Attracts bees and butterflies with accessible nectar.

• Low Maintenance: Tolerant of poor soils and easy to establish.

Gardener's Tip for Companion Planting

Calendula is one of the best companion plants you can add to your vegetable patch. Sow seeds directly in March to May. When planted near tomatoes, beans, or brassicas, Calendula acts as a trap crop, drawing destructive insects like aphidsaway from your vegetables. More importantly, its roots release substances that help deter nematodes (microscopic soil pests) in the soil. Plant Calendula liberally throughout your vegetable beds to boost plant health and naturally protect your crops!

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