When to plant calendula in West Arnhem
- Sow in trays: early May to early JunWest Arnhem area, tropical savanna
- Move seedlings out: mid Jun to early JulWest Arnhem area, tropical savanna
- Plant seedlings: mid Jun to early JulWest Arnhem area, tropical savanna
Worked out from 30 years of climate records for West Arnhem. 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.