Calendula officinalis 'Calexis Yellow' – Radiant, Easy-to-Grow Blooms for Your Garden

Brighten your garden with Calendula officinalis 'Calexis Yellow', a stunning variety known for its rich golden-yellow, quilled petals and long-lasting blooms. Also called Pot Marigold, this hardy annual is cherished for its vibrant color, pollinator appeal, and medicinal properties. Whether grown in flower beds, borders, or containers, ‘Calexis Yellow’ adds warmth and cheer to any landscape while attracting bees and butterflies.

Key Features

• Scientific Name: Calendula officinalis 'Calexis Yellow'
• Common Name: Pot Marigold 'Calexis Yellow'
• Plant Type: Hardy annual
• Flower Color: Golden-yellow with quilled petals
• Mature Height: 12 to 18 inches
• Spread: 10 to 14 inches
• Growth Habit: Compact, bushy
• Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil
• Watering Needs: Moderate; tolerates short dry spells
• Blooming Season: Spring to early autumn
• Uses: Borders, containers, pollinator gardens, medicinal and edible gardens

Why Grow Calendula officinalis 'Calexis Yellow'?

• Striking, Unusual Blooms – Unique quilled petals create a textured, standout floral display.
• Pollinator-Friendly – Attracts bees and butterflies, supporting biodiversity.
• Low-Maintenance & Fast-Growing – Perfect for beginner and expert gardeners alike.
• Edible & Medicinal – Petals are edible and often used in herbal remedies, teas, and skincare products.
• Continuous Blooms – Regular deadheading encourages prolonged flowering.

How to Grow Calendula officinalis 'Calexis Yellow' from Seeds

Seed Sowing Instructions

• Best Time to Sow: Early spring (after frost) or late summer for fall blooms
• Sowing Method:
  • Direct sow outdoors in prepared soil or start indoors in seed trays for earlier blooms.
  • Lightly cover seeds with a thin layer of soil (¼ inch deep).
• Germination Conditions:
  • Soil Temperature: 60-70°F (16-21°C)
  • Germination Time: 7-14 days

Care and Maintenance

• Watering: Keep soil evenly moist but avoid waterlogging.
• Fertilization: Requires little feeding; an occasional balanced fertilizer helps promote flowering.
• Pruning: Deadhead regularly to encourage continuous blooming.
• Pest & Disease Resistance: Generally resistant to pests but may require occasional aphid control.

Companion Planting Suggestions

• Pairs well with Nasturtiums, Cosmos, and Zinnias for a vibrant floral display.
• Grows beautifully alongside vegetables like tomatoes and lettuce, acting as a natural pest deterrent.
• Complements Lavender, Echinacea, and Chamomile for a pollinator-friendly and medicinal garden.

Bring Sunshine to Your Garden with 'Calexis Yellow'

With its radiant yellow blooms, ease of growth, and pollinator-friendly appeal, Calendula officinalis 'Calexis Yellow' is a perfect choice for gardeners of all levels. Whether planted for aesthetic beauty, herbal uses, or attracting beneficial insects, this cheerful Pot Marigold is sure to brighten up your space from spring through fall.