Herb · Asteraceae family · with preparation per the EMAornamental and medicinal · also in Medicinal herbs
Pot Marigold
Calendula officinalis
In short a 10-second read
Pot Marigold (herb) grows to 0.3–0.6 m tall and 0.3–0.6 m wide when mature. It grows best in full sun to part shade, in average soil. It flowers in May–June; the flowers are yellow, orange or red.
× spread 0.3–0.6 m
Where to plant
Sun and soil.
It grows best in full sun to part shade, in average soil.
Sun
Tolerates several positions — choose to suit the rest of the garden.
Soil and water
average · watering: moderate
Soil: loamy, sandy
How much space it takes
Mature size.
The mature plant next to a person (175 cm).
Next to a person
The final size depends on the cultivar and the spot — we give the range from smallest to largest.
Calendar
What to do and when.
Months for Central Europe. The line shows the current month.
The year at a glance
Flowers
May–June · yellow, orange or red
Pruning
pinch out the tips (May–June); deadhead spent flowers (June–September)
Planting
sow indoors: March–April
Winter protection
does not overwinter
What to combine it with
Ready-made combinations.
Ready-made Studio combinations that include Pot Marigold
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Frequently asked
Quick answers.
When does Pot Marigold flower?
In May–June; the flowers are yellow, orange or red.
Does Pot Marigold tolerate shade?
It tolerates part shade (3–6 hours of sun), but not full shade.
How much space does Pot Marigold need?
At maturity 0.3–0.6 m wide and 0.3–0.6 m tall; recommended spacing 30 cm.
Where the data comes from
We compared the data in 18 expert sources. Last checked 20 October 2026.
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- GBIF Backbone Taxonomy — Calendula officinalis
- GBIF Occurrence Search API — Calendula officinalis
- GBIF Vernacular Names API — Calendula officinalis
- Wikidata (CC0) — Calendula officinalis
- Missouri Botanical Garden Plant Finder — Calendula officinalis
- NC State Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox — calendula officinalis
- Pladias — Databáza českej flóry a vegetácie
- EPPO Global Database — Calendula officinalis
- EMA/HMPC - Calendulae flos (herbal medicine)
- UW Extension - Calendula
- RHS - Calendula officinalis 'Snow Princess'
- Invasive plant lists — this species is not on them: EASIN, EU, Slovakia, Czechia, Germany, Poland, Denmark
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Preparation and use · Pot Marigold
How to prepare it.
According to the monograph of the European Medicines Agency (EMA).
part: flower
Mouth rinse and gargle at home
For: minor inflammation of the mouth or throat EMA 4.1For whom: From 12 years · adolescents, adults, elderly EMA 4.2
- What you use
- Herb EMA 4.2
- How it is used
- In the mouth and throat EMA 4.2
- Single dose
- 1–2 g of dried flowers in 150 ml of water EMA 4.2
- How often
- 2–4× a day EMA 4.2
- How long
- If symptoms last longer than 1 week or get worse, see a doctor. EMA 4.2
Method
- 1
Put 1–2 g of dried flowers in a cup.
EMA 4.2 - 2
Pour over 150 ml of boiling water.
EMA 4.2 - 3
Steep for 5–15 min.
EMA/HMPC/5829/201010:00 - 4
Gargle 2–4× a day.
EMA 4.2
For: minor inflammation of the mouth or throat EMA 4.1For whom: From 12 years · adolescents, adults, elderly EMA 4.2
- What you use
- Tincture EMA 2
- How it is used
- In the mouth and throat EMA 4.2
- Tincture
- 1 : 5, ethanol 70–90 % EMA 2
- Maceration
- 3 days pharmacopoeia (USP)
- Single dose
- As a 2 % solution EMA 4.2
- How often
- 2–4× a day EMA 4.2
- How long
- If symptoms last longer than 1 week or get worse, see a doctor. EMA 4.2
Method
- 1
Dilute with water to a 2 % solution. EMA 4.2
- 2
Gargle 2–4× a day. EMA 4.2
part: flower
Compress at home
For: minor skin inflammation, to help heal minor superficial wounds EMA 4.1For whom: From 6 years · children, adolescents, adults, elderly EMA 4.2
- What you use
- Herb EMA 4.2
- How it is used
- On the skin EMA 4.2
- Single dose
- 1–2 g of dried flowers in 150 ml of water EMA 4.2
- How often
- 2–4× a day EMA 4.2
- Compress
- Remove after 30–60 min EMA 4.2
- How long
- If symptoms last longer than 1 week or get worse, see a doctor. EMA 4.2
Method
- 1
Put 1–2 g of dried flowers in a cup.
EMA 4.2 - 2
Pour over 150 ml of boiling water.
EMA 4.2 - 3
Steep for 5–15 min.
EMA/HMPC/5829/201010:00 - 4
Soak a cloth and apply it 2–4× a day.
EMA 4.2 - 5
Remove the compress after 30–60 min.
EMA 4.2
Dosage
| Form | Single dose | How often | For whom | How long | Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mouth rinse and gargleat homepart: flowerfor: minor inflammation of the mouth or throat | 1–2 g of dried flowers in 150 ml of water EMA 4.2 | 2–4× a day | From 12 years · adolescents, adults, elderly | longer than 1 week → see a doctor EMA 4.2 | |
| Mouth rinse and gargleat homepart: flowerfor: minor inflammation of the mouth or throat | Tincture 1:5, ethanol 70–90 %; per the pharmacopoeia, macerate for 3 days as a 2 % solution, 2–4 times a day EMA 4.2 | From 12 years · adolescents, adults, elderly | longer than 1 week → see a doctor EMA 4.2 | Tincture: 1 : 5, ethanol 70–90 % EMA 2 | |
| Compressat homepart: flowerfor: minor skin inflammation, to help heal minor superficial wounds | 1–2 g of dried flowers in 150 ml of water EMA 4.2 | 2–4× a day | From 6 years · children, adolescents, adults, elderly | longer than 1 week → see a doctor EMA 4.2 | Compress: remove after 30–60 min EMA 4.2 |
| Children under 6: not recommended EMA 4.4 | |||||
How long
If symptoms last longer than 1 week or get worse, see a doctor. EMA 4.2
Who should not use it
- Children under 6: not recommended EMA 4.4
- If hypersensitive (allergic) to this plant EMA 4.3
- If allergic to plants of the daisy family (Asteraceae) EMA 4.3
- During pregnancy and breastfeeding (not recommended) EMA 4.6
Cautions
- If you take any medicines, ask a doctor or pharmacist. GridGarden
- Do not drive after taking it. GridGarden
- If there are signs of skin infection, see a doctor. EMA 4.4
- If symptoms get worse, see a doctor. EMA 4.4