VARIETY OFICINAL MARIGOLD AB
Calendula officinalis
Mixture of double and single flowers. Marigold or calendula is an edible, medicinal and repellent annual plant that grows to 50 cm in height. Its bright orange flowers appear from April to winter depending on the region. The young flowers are eaten in salads, jams, and the petals can be used as food coloring for butter, syrups, or rice. A remarkable companion plant, marigold repels whiteflies and aphids. As a medicinal plant, marigold is an excellent healing plant, with anti-inflammatory, anti-edematous, and antibacterial properties. Sowing: in April/May and September, directly in place in a warm, sunny location in humus-rich, drained soil. Thin out to 20 cm along the row. Harvesting: The flowers are harvested as they begin to appear and used fresh in cooking. As a medicinal plant, the flowers are dried to make tinctures or infusions, which are mainly used as compresses.
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Jolie composition à côté du raban de fleurs comestibles, mais les limaces sont passées par là
