{"product_id":"calendula","title":"Calendula","description":"\u003cp\u003eCalendula, also known as pot marigold, is a cheerful and versatile annual that brings beauty and practicality to your garden. Its vibrant orange and yellow blooms are not only stunning but also edible, adding a pop of colour and mild flavour to salads, teas, quiches, or baked goods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalendula’s medicinal properties make it a staple in herbal remedies, often used for soothing skin irritations or crafting infused oils and salves. A favourite of pollinators, it is easy to grow, self-seeds readily, and provides an ongoing display of blooms throughout the season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere Can You Grow Calendula\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalendula thrives in Zones 3-9, preferring full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is ideal for garden beds, borders, and containers, and makes an excellent addition to pollinator and cottage gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistory and Historical Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNative to the Mediterranean, Calendula has been cherished for centuries as a medicinal, culinary, and ornamental plant. Historically, it has been used to treat wounds, brighten dishes, and add colour to textiles. Today, its many uses continue to make it a favourite in gardens and kitchens worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCanadian Zone Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eZones 8-9:\u003c\/strong\u003e Direct sow seeds in early spring or autumn for successive blooms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eZones 5-7:\u003c\/strong\u003e Start seeds indoors in late winter or sow outdoors after the last frost.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eZones 3-4:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sow seeds outdoors after the last frost or start indoors for an earlier start.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0570\/7841\/5473\/files\/Plant_Hardiness.png?v=1734491528\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Grow and Harvest Calendula\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sow seeds 1-2cm (0.5-1in) deep and space plants 15-20cm (6-8in) apart.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water moderately, keeping the soil moist but not waterlogged.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pick flowers regularly to encourage continuous blooming. Use fresh petals for cooking or dry them for later use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Calendula requires minimal care and thrives in various soil types.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Saving Tips for Future Supply\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAllow to Flower and Seed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Let some flowers remain on the plant until seed heads form and dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest Seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e Collect the dried seed heads and gently remove the seeds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDry and Store:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spread seeds on a clean towel or screen to dry completely. Store in an airtight container in a cool, dark place. Properly stored seeds remain viable for up to 5 years.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertified Organic By\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eIslands Organics Producers Association (Cert#1962)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Metchosin Farm","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48811183898866,"sku":"MF-FLOWER-003","price":4.76,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0698\/4106\/0082\/files\/Calendula-bundle_2e91361f-2ba2-4ad7-8af0-cc6c9b20caa9.jpg?v=1772481893","url":"https:\/\/homeandwell.ca\/fr\/products\/calendula","provider":"Home \u0026 Well ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}