Marigold (Calendula) - Orange Porcupine

Easy to grow and free flowering. the wonderfully quilled petals form charming spiky-looking flowers. Plants are iridescent when planted in large drifts but are equally happy in patio pots. A hardy annual.
Native to southern Europe and north Africa, it has been used since Roman times for its medicinal properties. It is also used as a dye or garnish and commonly referred to as ‘Pot Marigold’ or English Marigold’.