When to plant calendula in Broome
- Sow in trays: mid Apr to early JunBroome area, hot semi-arid
- Move seedlings out: late May to early JulBroome area, hot semi-arid
- Plant seedlings: late May to early JulBroome area, hot semi-arid
- Sow in the ground: late Jun to early JulBroome area, hot semi-arid
Worked out from 30 years of climate records for Broome. Microclimates vary: frost hollows and hills run later.
A tough, sunny cool-season flower with edible petals. It attracts hoverflies and ladybirds that eat aphids, and keeps flowering through autumn, winter and spring when little else does. A great partner for brassicas and salad greens.