Calendula Pflanze

Calendula officinalis also known as pot marigold can benefit soil repel pests and aid healing.

Calendula pflanze.

Here are seven reasons to grow this herb. Add calendula blossoms to soups and and salads for a colorful garnish. Too much calendula care can result in stunted or slow growth. This article may contain affiliate links.

Bright and cheerful calendulas also called pot marigolds look right at home in a cottage garden herb patch or container. Calendula calendula officinalis is a short lived perennial in warmer climates but it is usually grown as an annual flower in garden beds and containers although commonly known as pot marigold calendula is different from the common marigold tagetes spp it is however part of the same asteracea family along with daisies and chrysanthemums with whom it shared the same daisy like flower. However the research on calendula for treating eczema and dermatitis is limited. Poor to average well draining soil and only occasional watering after plants are established is the secret to growing prolific calendula plants.

Here are seven reasons to grow this herb. Calendula is heavily marketed in the treatment of eczema and dermatitis. Plant this easy going annual in early spring to enjoy its flowers which resemble daisies or chrysanthemums until the heat of summer sets in. Because the plant has anti inflammatory properties applying it to skin conditions may reduce inflammation.