Field Marigold
Calendula arvensis
Also listed as Calendula aegyptiaca, Calendula bicolor
Also known as Wild Marigold
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A cheerful annual wildflower with bright yellow or orange daisy-like blooms that attract pollinators and are edible. Extremely drought-tolerant and self-seeding, thriving in poor soils with minimal care.
Why grow it
Field marigold (Calendula arvensis) is a lighter-duty alternative to pot marigold (Calendula officinalis) where extreme drought tolerance and minimal fertility requirements are priorities. It produces similar edible flowers and attracts pollinators reliably in marginal soils and water-scarce regions. The species self-seeds readily once established, reducing replanting labor compared to hybrid ornamental marigolds.
Watch out for
Field marigold can self-seed prolifically in favorable conditions and may appear in unintended areas of the garden. In consistently moist or humid climates, powdery mildew and spider mites are more likely to cause stress than in arid regions where the plant excels. Deadheading spent flowers will extend bloom if self-seeding is not desired.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
- Asteraceae
Native Range
Mediterranean
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Edible Parts
Season of Interest
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
A cheerful annual wildflower with bright yellow or orange daisy-like blooms that attract pollinators and are edible. Extremely drought-tolerant and self-seeding, thriving in poor soils with minimal care.
Climate Match for your location
See how well Field Marigold grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Why grow it
Field marigold (Calendula arvensis) is a lighter-duty alternative to pot marigold (Calendula officinalis) where extreme drought tolerance and minimal fertility requirements are priorities. It produces similar edible flowers and attracts pollinators reliably in marginal soils and water-scarce regions. The species self-seeds readily once established, reducing replanting labor compared to hybrid ornamental marigolds.
Watch out for
Field marigold can self-seed prolifically in favorable conditions and may appear in unintended areas of the garden. In consistently moist or humid climates, powdery mildew and spider mites are more likely to cause stress than in arid regions where the plant excels. Deadheading spent flowers will extend bloom if self-seeding is not desired.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
- Asteraceae
Native Range
Mediterranean
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Edible Parts
Season of Interest
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
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