Calendula officinalis Neon | Pot Marigold

Calendula officinalis ‘Pacific Apricot Beauty’ | Pot Marigold

A charming, pastel-toned calendula with old-fashioned appeal. ‘Pacific Apricot Beauty’ produces fully double, 2–3" blooms in soft apricot shades, fading into creamy yellow at the base of the petals. With tall, branching stems and a strong, uniform habit, this variety stands out from dwarf calendulas and makes a stunning addition to borders, cutting gardens, and cottage-style plantings.

Perfect as a cut flower, its sturdy stems and rich blooms complement lavender, baby blue nigella, and airy larkspur. Beyond beauty, calendula petals are edible—fresh or dried, they bring a tangy flavor and a splash of color to salads, soups, rice dishes, and baked goods. Calendula flowers are also prized for their medicinal properties, often used in tinctures and skin-healing ointments.

Key Features:

• Bloom Size: 5–7 cm, fully double
• Plant Height: Tall, branching habit
• Color: Soft apricot with creamy yellow base
• Ideal for: Cut flowers, borders, containers, edible petals
• Edible Uses: Petals add color and tangy flavor to salads, soups, rice dishes, and baked goods
• Medicinal Use: Commonly used in herbal teas, tinctures, and skin salves
• Light Requirements: Full sun to part shade
• Soil: Rich, well-drained soil

Sowing and Growing Information:

• Plant Type: Annual
• Days To Maturity 50 - 55 days
• Sowing: Direct seed or transplant after danger of frost has passed
• Days to Germination: 7–14 days at 21°C
• Spacing: 15–30 cm between plants
• Bloom Period: Summer through early autumn
• Harvest for Cut Flowers: When 50% of blooms are open
• Harvest for Edible Use: When fully open, remove green base and calyx

Alternate Names:

Pot Marigold, Common Marigold, Scotch Marigold

Why Grow ‘Pacific Apricot Beauty’?

‘Pacific Apricot Beauty’ offers a unique blend of beauty and usefulness. It is ideal for gardeners who want a tall calendula with vintage charm, excellent cut flower performance, and edible or medicinal potential. Whether for garden borders, seasonal bouquets, or herbal applications, this variety brings both color and purpose to your growing space.