Calendula – Pacific Beauty Yellow Dark

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Calendula ‘Pacific Beauty Yellow Dark’ (Calendula officinalis) is a hardy annual known for its rich, deep yellow flowers with subtly darker centers. Part of the Pacific Beauty series, this variety produces large, daisy-like blooms on upright plants and is well suited to flower gardens, borders, containers, cut-flower plantings, cottage gardens, and pollinator plantings.

Calendula performs especially well in cooler growing conditions and is valued for its long flowering period. Plants generally grow 12–18 inches tall and can bloom from spring through fall depending on planting time and growing conditions.

Calendula is an introduced species in North America and is not native to the United States. It originated in the Mediterranean region and has become widely cultivated as an ornamental and herb. The petals are edible and have traditionally been used to add color to salads, teas, soups, and baked goods.

Pacific Northwest Planting

Calendula can be planted in both fall and spring in the Pacific Northwest. It is particularly well suited to mild winter areas, including the Willamette Valley of Oregon, where plants can establish before winter, overwinter, and provide early spring flowers.

Fall Planting

Fall planting is recommended in areas with mild winters. Sow after temperatures have cooled enough to prevent premature germination.

In western Oregon and other areas with suitable winter conditions, fall-planted Calendula can overwinter and resume growth in late winter or early spring. Plants may also reseed naturally when mature seed is allowed to develop.

Spring Planting

Spring planting is a reliable option throughout the Pacific Northwest once soil conditions are suitable.

Sow directly into a prepared seed bed and provide good seed-to-soil contact. Calendula generally establishes readily from direct seeding and performs well in full sun to partial shade.

Planting in Other Regions

Calendula is well suited to cool-season growing and can be planted in spring or fall depending on climate.

In colder regions, spring planting is generally the most reliable option. In areas with mild winters, fall planting can allow Calendula to establish before winter and bloom early the following spring.

In warmer regions, fall planting can allow Calendula to grow during the cooler months. Calendula may struggle during prolonged periods of high heat.

For detailed information on site preparation, seeding methods, planting depth, and general planting practices, see our Planting Directions page.

Establishment & Growth

Calendula is an annual that establishes readily from seed. Plants generally reach 12–18 inches tall and produce rich, deep yellow flowers with subtly darker centers.

Flowering can occur from spring through fall depending on planting date and growing conditions. Removing spent flowers can encourage continued blooming, while allowing mature seed to develop may result in natural reseeding.

Calendula generally performs best in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. Direct seeding is recommended, although Calendula can also be started indoors.

Pollinator & Wildlife Value

Calendula flowers provide pollen and nectar for flower-visiting insects, including bees and butterflies. Its extended flowering period can provide a useful food source for pollinators during the growing season.

Larger Quantities

For quantities larger than those currently listed for sale, please contact us for availability and pricing.

Seeding Rates

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

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