When to plant calendula in Murray Downs
- Sow in trays: late Feb to late JulMurray Downs area, semi-arid
- Move seedlings out: early Apr to late AugMurray Downs area, semi-arid
- Sow in the ground: early Apr to early JulMurray Downs area, semi-arid
- Plant seedlings: early Apr to late AugMurray Downs area, semi-arid
- Sow in the ground: late Jul to late AugMurray Downs area, semi-arid
Worked out from 30 years of climate records for Murray Downs. 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.