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Calendula pflanze.
Poor to average well draining soil and only occasional watering after plants are established is the secret to growing prolific calendula plants.
Here are seven reasons to grow this herb.
Plant this easy going annual in early spring to enjoy its flowers which resemble daisies or chrysanthemums until the heat of summer sets in.
Bright and cheerful calendulas also called pot marigolds look right at home in a cottage garden herb patch or container.
However the research on calendula for treating eczema and dermatitis is limited.
The calendula flower or flowering herb is an annual which will readily reseed.
Add calendula blossoms to soups and and salads for a colorful garnish.
Calendula is heavily marketed in the treatment of eczema and dermatitis.
In herbalism calendula in suspension or in tincture is used topically for treating acne reducing inflammation controlling bleeding and soothing irritated tissue.
Too much calendula care can result in stunted or slow growth.
Because the plant has anti inflammatory properties applying it to skin conditions may reduce inflammation.
Here are seven reasons to grow this herb.