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Mexican Marigold Orange - 6" Grow bag

Mexican Marigold Orange - 6" Grow bag

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  • Profuse festival-favourite blooms
  • Very easy from seed
  • Fast to flower
  • Useful companion plant
  • Edible, pet-safe flowers
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Tagetes patula, the French marigold, is a popular compact bushy annual smothered in dense, ruffled blooms in warm shades of yellow, orange, red and bicolours, set against aromatic ferny foliage. A mainstay of Indian gardens and festivals, it is easy to grow, fast to flower from seed, and blooms profusely through the cool season. Beyond bedding and pot colour, it is widely used for garlands and temple offerings, and its roots and scent help deter certain soil pests, making it a classic companion plant. Cheerful, dependable and inexpensive, it delivers a mass of colour with minimal effort.

Specifications

Family Asteraceae
Native region Mexico and Central America
Mature height 20-40 cm
Mature spread 20-30 cm
Growth rate Fast
Foliage Aromatic, finely divided green leaves
Flower colour Yellow, orange, red, bicolour
Flower season Cool season (winter); year-round in mild zones
Climate zone Adaptable; grown as a cool-season annual

Care guide

Sunlight Full sun
Watering Regular; keep evenly moist, avoid wetting flowers
Soil / mix Well-drained average garden soil
Temperature 15-30 C; dislikes heavy frost
Humidity Moderate
Fertilizer Light balanced feed every 2-3 weeks
Pruning Deadhead spent flowers to prolong bloom
Repotting Annual; transplant seedlings to final spot
Propagation Seed (very easy)
Pests & problems Aphids, spider mites; can repel some soil pests
Toxicity / safety Non-toxic; petals edible
Difficulty Very easy

Uses

<p>Grown for bedding, borders, pots and balcony colour, and extensively for garlands, festival decorations and temple offerings; also used as a companion plant.</p>

Growing tips

<p>Sow in the cool season across India for the best show; give full sun, deadhead regularly and feed lightly to keep the plant flowering for months.</p>

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Frequently asked questions

How often should I water marigolds?
Water regularly to keep the soil evenly moist, ideally at the base; avoid wetting the flowers, which can cause them to rot.
How much sun do they need?
Marigolds need full sun, at least 5-6 hours daily, for compact growth and the heaviest flowering.
Are marigolds safe for pets?
Yes, French marigolds are non-toxic and the petals are even edible, making them a safe choice around pets and children.
How do I grow them from seed?
Sow seed in trays or directly in well-drained soil in the cool season; they germinate quickly and flower within about two months.
How do I get more flowers?
Deadhead spent blooms regularly and give a light feed every couple of weeks to keep the plant flowering for months.
When is the best time to grow them in India?
The cool season from roughly October to February gives the best display in most of India, though mild zones allow longer growing.
Can they be grown in pots?
Yes, marigolds thrive in pots and balcony containers; use well-drained soil, full sun and regular deadheading and feeding.
Do marigolds repel pests?
Their roots and scent help deter some soil nematodes and insects, which is why they are a classic companion plant in vegetable beds.
Why are my marigolds leggy with few flowers?
Too little sun or too much nitrogen causes legginess. Move them to full sun, ease off feeding and pinch tips to encourage bushiness.
What pests affect marigolds?
Aphids and spider mites can appear in dry or crowded conditions; rinse the plants and use neem oil if needed.

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