• Calendula officinalis 'Fiesta Gitana Orange' (commonly known as Pot Marigold) is a award-winning dwarf cultivar famous for its compact growth habit and large, vibrant double blooms. Holding a prestigious Fleuroselect Gold Medal and the RHS Award of Garden Merit, this variety is highly prized for containers, small balconies, and garden borders.

Plant Specifications

• Plant Type: Hardy annual flower
• Growth Habit: Compact, dwarf, bush-like form
• Height: Grows up to 30–35 cm (approx. 12 inches)
• Flower Characteristics: Large, semi-double to double daisy-like flowers spanning 6–8 cm across in deep, burnished orange
• Maturity Time: Quick grower, beginning to bloom within 6–8 weeks (2 months) from seed sowing
• Special Uses: Edible petals (with a tangy, peppery, or slightly bitter taste used in salads and teas), natural pest-repellent trap crop, and skin care remedies.

Growing & Cultivation Requirements

• Ideal Climate: Prefers a cool winter season with low humidity. Optimal sowing temperatures range between 15°C to 26°C.