Resina
Pot Marigold(Calendula officinalis)
A leading medicinal/herbalist calendula named for its resin-rich petals, prized for salves and skincare and bred specifically for high resin content. Bears single to semi-double blooms with small centers.
Flavor Profile
Strongly resinous, sticky, slightly bitter petals with a distinctive herbal scent; valued for medicinal resin content rather than culinary mildness.
Visual Characteristics
Single to semi-double flowers roughly 2-3 inches across in soft orange to bright yellow, with slightly sticky resinous petals in two rows around small centers; plants reach about 18-24 inches tall.
Growing Tips
Grow in full sun; deadhead regularly to prolong bloom and resin production. Petals are edible but the strain is chosen mainly for medicinal resin rather than culinary use.
Resistance Information
Disease Resistance
In Montana State University trials, 'Resina' was somewhat less affected by aster yellows than 'Erfurter Orangefarbige'.
Where to Buy
Sourcing information coming soon. Check local nurseries and seed banks for availability.