When to plant calendula in Warmun
- Sow in trays: mid Apr to late MayWarmun area, hot semi-arid
- Move seedlings out: late May to early JulWarmun area, hot semi-arid
- Plant seedlings: late May to early JulWarmun area, hot semi-arid
- Sow in the ground: early Jun to early JulWarmun area, hot semi-arid
Worked out from 30 years of climate records for Warmun. 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.