Calendula

Calendula
Friday July 16, 2010

Calendula is an annual that blooms in summer.
If you leave it in the same garden area it will
come up voluntarily. Here is another plant that
gives seeds generously. The secret is timing
if you want to collect the seeds.

I started growing this flower because it is
considered to be an herb. Being a soap
maker, I was looking for more plant material
to make soaps. I am hoping this year to dry
some of the flowers since I am growing this
in greater abundance. Making a tea from the
flower will be how I will add it to the soap.

The different tones of oranges and yellows
have always attracted my eye.