When to plant calendula in Mackay
- Sow in trays: mid Feb to late AugMackay area, humid subtropical
- Move seedlings out: mid Mar to early OctMackay area, humid subtropical
- Plant seedlings: mid Mar to early OctMackay area, humid subtropical
- Sow in the ground: late Apr to early OctMackay area, humid subtropical
Worked out from 30 years of climate records for Mackay. 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.