When to plant calendula in Grafton
- Sow in trays: late Jan to mid JulGrafton area, humid subtropical
- Move seedlings out: late Feb to mid AugGrafton area, humid subtropical
- Plant seedlings: late Feb to mid AugGrafton area, humid subtropical
- Sow in the ground: mid Mar to mid AugGrafton area, humid subtropical
Worked out from 30 years of climate records for Grafton. 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.