{"product_id":"marigold-african-5-pot-org","title":"Marigold African Orange - 5\" Pot","description":"\u003cp\u003eAfrican Marigold is a fast-growing, free-flowering annual famous for its large, rounded, pompom-like blooms in brilliant shades of yellow, orange and gold. Despite the name, it originates from Mexico and is now indispensable in Indian gardens and festivals. Its sturdy upright plants and aromatic, ferny foliage produce abundant blooms used heavily for garlands, temple offerings and decorations during Diwali, Dussehra and weddings. Easy and quick to grow from seed, it tolerates heat, attracts pollinators, and is often planted as a companion crop to repel certain pests, making it both ornamental and useful.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFamily\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAsteraceae\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eNative region\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMexico \/ Central America\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e45–90 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature spread\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30–40 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGrowth rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFast\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFoliage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAromatic, deeply divided green leaves\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower colour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYellow, orange, golden\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower season\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCool season; peaks autumn–winter (festive season)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eClimate zone\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTropical to subtropical (grown as annual)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSunlight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun for best, most abundant flowering\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWatering\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRegular; keep evenly moist, avoid wetting flowers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSoil \/ mix\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWell-draining fertile garden soil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15–30°C ideal; dislikes extreme heat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eHumidity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow to moderate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFertilizer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBalanced feed at planting, light potash feed at budding\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePruning\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePinch young tips for bushiness; deadhead spent blooms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eRepotting\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUsually grown to maturity in place; transplant seedlings carefully\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePropagation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeeds (very easy)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePests \u0026amp; problems\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAphids, spider mites, thrips, powdery mildew, bud rot\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eToxicity \/ safety\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNon-toxic; petals are edible\/decorative\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVery easy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eUses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eHugely popular for garlands, temple offerings, festive decorations and wedding decor; also used as a pest-repelling companion plant in vegetable gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn India sow before the festive autumn–winter season for peak blooms, pinch early growth for bushier plants, and deadhead regularly to keep flowers coming.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow much sun does African Marigold need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt needs full sun for the best growth and most abundant flowering; in shade it grows leggy and blooms poorly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow often should I water marigolds?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWater regularly to keep the soil evenly moist, but avoid waterlogging and try not to wet the flowers, which can cause rot.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow do I get more flowers on my marigold?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eGrow it in full sun, pinch the young plants for bushiness, deadhead spent blooms, and feed a potash-rich fertilizer at budding.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow do I grow marigold from seed?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSow seeds in well-draining soil, keep lightly moist, and they germinate within about a week; seedlings flower in roughly 6–8 weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy should I deadhead marigolds?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRemoving faded flowers prevents seed formation and channels energy into producing more new blooms, extending the flowering period.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAre marigolds toxic to pets?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAfrican marigolds are generally considered non-toxic, though the strong-scented foliage may cause mild stomach upset if eaten in quantity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhen is the best time to grow marigold in India?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThey flower best in the cool season; sow ahead of autumn and winter to have peak blooms for Diwali, Dussehra and the wedding season.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy are my marigold leaves or buds rotting?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eExcess moisture and humidity cause powdery mildew and bud rot. Improve air circulation, avoid overhead watering, and treat with neem or fungicide.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan marigold help protect other plants?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, marigolds are popular companion plants believed to repel certain nematodes and insects, so they are often planted among vegetables.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow tall does African Marigold grow?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt typically reaches about 45–90 cm depending on the variety, forming sturdy upright bushes topped with large blooms.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"vedicflora","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51256240865526,"sku":"PLT-MARIGOLDAFRI-P05-ORG","price":99.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0805\/4980\/6326\/files\/RL7uPgbzvL9dp5bhs7w8bKhHcXqLOAG1cEeNJyQG.jpg?v=1783922632","url":"https:\/\/vedicflora.com\/products\/marigold-african-5-pot-org","provider":"vedicflora","version":"1.0","type":"link"}