marigold seed heads Pot Marigold

marigold seed heads Pot MarigoldHarvested from the gardens at Monticello. Seeds of this hardy, cool season annual were planted by Thomas Jefferson at his boyhood home, Shadwell, in 1767. Often called "Marygold" by gardeners before 1800, this self seeding species with single yellow and orange flowers has been used for culinary and medicinal purposes since the Middle Ages. Jefferson documented: Pot Marigold (Calendula officinalis) was documented by Thomas Jefferson in his Garden Book,

Harvested from the gardens at Monticello. Seeds of this hardy, cool-season annual were planted by Thomas Jefferson at his boyhood home, Shadwell, in 1767. Often called "Marygold" by gardeners before 1800, this self-seeding species with single yellow and orange flowers has been used for culinary and medicinal purposes since the Middle Ages. Jefferson-documented: Pot Marigold (Calendula officinalis) was documented by Thomas Jefferson in his Garden Book, Notes on the State of Virginia, or other writings.

Start calendula seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last spring frost at 70 degrees F. Transplant to cell-packs once they have several true leaves, then harden off and transplant outdoors after last frost. In cooler regions, calendula seeds can also be direct-sown just before the last frost. Approximately Pot Marigold (Calendula officinalis) 20-30 seeds per packet.

Gardeners grow Pot Marigold plants for their cheery flowers and profuse blooming habit. Pot Marigold - Calendula is commonly used in annual flower beds and container gardening.