Calendula

A fantastic healing herb, Calendula edible flower petals can be easily added to salads, rice dishes, stir-frys, soups, biscuits or desserts. Or, can be dried and added to herbal tea infusions.  An annual plant that attracts many bees with its stunning show of bright, happy daisy-like flowers that continue through the cooler months.  Medicinally, this plant aids wound care and general inner health.  The flower petals dry quickly, hence is easily used as a tea.

Planting Info
Grows 60cm high, best grown from June - October. Plant in a warm, sunny, well-drained position and give fortnightly feeds. Cut flowers regularly to encourage more growth.
 
Basilea Living Herbs
Basilea Farm, Burpengary grows pesticide-free Calendula seedlings, available locally in Brisbane and Moreton Bay, South East Queensland, Australia.

Pot Size 50mm