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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 officinalis 'Pink Surprise' bears delicately ruffled, soft orange blooms, with a delightful and unique pink tinge. It's perfect for growing in pots on the patio and makes a delightful cut flower.
For best results, grow Calendula officinalis 'Pink Surprise' 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.
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Calendula ‘Pink surprise’ and wildlife
Calendula ‘Pink surprise’ is known for attracting bees, beneficial insects and other pollinators. It has nectar/pollen rich flowers.
Is known to attract Bees
Bees
Is known to attract Beneficial insects
Beneficial insects
Is not known to attract Birds
Birds
Is not known to attract Butterflies/Moths
Butterflies/Moths
Is known to attract Other pollinators
Other pollinators
Is Calendula ‘Pink surprise’ poisonous?
Calendula ‘Pink surprise’ has no toxic effects reported.
