Field Marigold (Calendula arvensis)

Family: Asteraceae or Compositae | Edibility: Edible (2/5)

Calendula arvensis is a ANNUAL growing to 0.3 m (1ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6 and is not frost tender. It is in flower from June to November, and the seeds ripen from August to November. The species is monoecious (individual flowers are either male or female, but both sexes can be found on the same plant) and is pollinated by Bees.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves, Flowers

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

rich in vitamins and minerals, they are similar to Taraxacum officinale (Dandelion) in nutritional value. — Young shoots and leaves - raw or cooked.; The leaves are very rich in vitamins and minerals, they are similar to Taraxacum officinale (Dandelion) in nutritional value.; Flower heads - pickled.

Habitat & North American Range

Fields, vineyards and waste ground. (Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9)