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Calendula is a traditional cottage garden flower and culinary herb, which has recently become a popular choice for bedding displays. Colours range from yellow to orange, and forms from simple semi-double to fully double with prominently crested centres.
Calendula 'Fruit Twist' produces bright orange flowers with red tips. It's perfect for growing in pots on the patio and makes a delightful cut flower.
For best results, grow Calendula 'Fruit Twist' in light, nutrient-poor, free-draining soil in sun or partial shade. Deadhead spent blooms to prolong flowering and pinch out shoots to encourage bushy growth. Learn more in our Calendula grow guide.
