Calendula – Pacific Beauty Orange

Calendula ‘Pacific Beauty Orange’ is a hardy annual flower known for its vibrant, rich orange blooms and adaptability to cooler climates. This variety is part of the popular Pacific Beauty series, which is celebrated for its large, showy flowers and long-lasting color.

Although Calendula is technically an annual, it often reseeds itself in favorable conditions and may return year after year, especially in milder climates. It grows particularly well in the Willamette Valley of Oregon, where cool winters and moderate rainfall encourage natural reseeding and extended blooming seasons.

Often called an “old-fashioned marigold,” Calendula is distinct from true marigolds (Tagetes species) but shares their cheerful, daisy-like appearance. It is also valued as an herb, with the edible petals frequently used to add a splash of color and a mild, tangy flavor to salads, soups, teas, and baked goods. Calendula also has a long history of use in traditional herbal medicine and natural skincare due to its anti-inflammatory and soothing properties.

For optimal growth, Calendula prefers full sun to partial shade and thrives in well-drained soil. While it can be started indoors, it tends to perform better when direct-seeded outdoors, developing stronger roots and producing longer-lasting flowers. In USDA zones 7–10, Calendula can be fall-planted, which allows seeds to overwinter and results in earlier blooms in spring.

Common challenges for Calendula include aphid infestations and powdery mildew, particularly in humid or overcrowded conditions. Ensuring proper spacing and good air circulation can help minimize these issues.

With its bright orange blooms, edible flowers, and easy-care nature, Pacific Beauty Orange Calendula is a versatile and rewarding addition to any garden, especially for those seeking a cool-season splash of color and culinary interest.

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The broadcast rate for seeding is 60 – 75 pounds per acre.

The seed drill rate for seeding in rows is 30 pounds per acre.