Calendula, though commonly referred to as pot marigolds, are not true marigolds, but like marigolds are part of the daisy family. Calendulas are native to Mediterranean countries and parts of Europe ...

At the end of spring planting seasons, many nurseries discount unsold or wilted plants. I cannot resist the urge to bring home one or two plants, revivable and in need of rescue. It is a good time to ...

Marigolds already do a pretty great job of attracting pollinating insects like bees and butterflies. Why not boost their ...

Marigold is a flower of “Dussehra”. Its fiery yellow, orange, and red hues are often associated with joy, optimism, hope, and abundance. It also symbolises grief and mourning. Many cultures associate ...

Now that the ground has finally thawed and the weather is taking a turn for the better, it’s an excellent time to focus on ...

On the edge of Ace of Spades Farm's quarter-acre plot, now bursting with summer's bounty of beans, squash, tomatoes and more, is a colorful row of familiar flowers. Leafy calendula plants wave in the ...

A successful vegetable garden should not only contain vegetables. It should be a diverse planting scheme, or polyculture, that also includes herbs and a range of flowers. In an organic garden, ...

Creating a beautiful garden doesn’t require a large yard or endless space. With the right plants, even the smallest garden ...