The calendula plant is popularly called "marigold" because of the peculiar shape of the seeds, which really look like the claws of an animal. Many people grow such a flower in their garden. Marigolds are especially popular, they are grown in large quantities, because they are not only beautiful, but also extremely useful. With their help, you can attract a considerable number of insects for better pollination of other useful plants. By attracting the attention of nasty insect pests like aphids, these flowers will take the brunt and protect your garden and garden plants.
By growing calendula in your garden, you can very effectively scare away nematodes, as well as disorientate other pests seeking to find food for themselves. The flower spreads a strong specific aroma, thereby protecting many garden crops. However, you should not uncontrollably plant a marigold flower (photo on the left) in all parts of the garden and vegetable garden. It is important to remember that, in addition to benefit, it can also cause harm: prevent the growth of melon, watermelon and corn. Any gardener anda gardener can easily grow a beautiful and fragrant flower. The nails are not particularly whimsical. It is best to choose a medicinal variety of these plants for your land. Bred varieties may be more whimsical, capricious and demanding.
Calendula is a fairly frost-resistant plant that can protect itself from possible environmental influences. The air temperature is -5 ° C - the limit that this flower can withstand. Marigolds therefore need to be sown in the fall. Shoots that appear on the soil surface are usually thinned out for better development. A special obstacle to full growth can create all sorts of weeds that need to be removed regularly. In case of drought, it is imperative to water them, otherwise the plant may die. Compost or other useful compounds should be used as fertilizers. In order for calendula to please the eye for as long as possible, it is advisable to plant additional seeds in late spring and early summer. By preventing the seed from setting by pinching the flowers, the flowering period can be extended.
During flowering, you need to collect and dry the flower. Marigolds will be especially useful for the prevention and treatment of many diseases. It is recommended to store them dry in a ventilated room. In autumn, you need to "allow" a few plants to finally ripen - these seeds will be used for the next sowing. In the process of self-propagation, seedsplants are carried by the wind in the nearest range of the flower bed, where the first shoots can be found in spring.
Amazing marigold flowers (calendula) have unique qualities. With the help of dried flowers, you can disinfect the room. By brewing them and drinking them like tea, some serious and widespread diseases can be prevented. Such plants are used in many industries: cosmetology, dermatology, cooking, perfumery, pharmaceuticals.
