Calendula stellata
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A highly attractive hardy annual species native to Malta and Sicily, found in rocky valleys near the coast, and currently considered endangered. It has a bushy habit with dark green foliage and bright, golden yellow, single blooms with an orange heart
Scientific classification
- Species
- Calendula stellata (Calendula stellata)
- Genus
- Calendula
- Family
- Asteraceae
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- Toxicity
- Annual Biennial
- Plant type
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Height
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Spread
- Deciduous
- Foliage
- Bushy
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn
- Season of interest
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of Calendula stellata
Distribution map
Sicily, North Africa
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of Calendula stellata
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Calendula stellata care guide
- Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
- Watering
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Fertilizing
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer
Pruning
PruningRegularly deadhead to extend flowering
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by seed sown in situ in spring
Growing
GrowingGrow in well drained soil in full sun. Sow direct in spring, 0.5cm deep into finely prepared soil
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
May be susceptible to Powdery mildews and a virus
Pests
May be susceptible to aphids
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