Calendula officinalis: are native to s. europe. A sacred flower in India, She symbolizes the sun and is offered to the Gods linked to the resurrection.
In Japan she is called, Kinsenka, meaning, Golden Flower Cup.
In TCM she is considered neutral and is drying. Make salve with the flowers for healing and add some type of oil best for your constitution.
She also protects from evil, and is a healer. carry some in your pocket next time you have to go to court so that justice will be in your favor.
flowers tall as 18 in.
sow direct into the soil early spring like April 10. You should see flowers around june .
you will get about 20 seeds, be sure to let them fall into the soil for regrowth next year.
