{"product_id":"marigold-french-copy-6-bag-org","title":"Mexican Marigold Orange - 6\" Grow bag","description":"\u003cp\u003eTagetes 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.\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 and Central America\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20-40 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature spread\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20-30 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, finely 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, red, bicolour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower season\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCool season (winter); year-round in mild zones\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eClimate zone\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdaptable; grown as a cool-season 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\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-drained average 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; dislikes heavy frost\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eHumidity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFertilizer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLight balanced feed every 2-3 weeks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePruning\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeadhead spent flowers to prolong bloom\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eRepotting\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAnnual; transplant seedlings to final spot\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePropagation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeed (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; can repel some soil pests\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eToxicity \/ safety\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNon-toxic; petals edible\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\u003e\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Grown for bedding, borders, pots and balcony colour, and extensively for garlands, festival decorations and temple offerings; also used as a companion plant.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;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.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow often should I water marigolds?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWater regularly to keep the soil evenly moist, ideally at the base; avoid wetting the flowers, which can cause them to rot.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow much sun do they need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMarigolds need full sun, at least 5-6 hours daily, for compact growth and the heaviest flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAre marigolds safe for pets?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, French marigolds are non-toxic and the petals are even edible, making them a safe choice around pets and children.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow do I grow them from seed?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSow seed in trays or directly in well-drained soil in the cool season; they germinate quickly and flower within about two months.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow do I get more flowers?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDeadhead spent blooms regularly and give a light feed every couple of weeks to keep the plant flowering for months.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhen is the best time to grow them in India?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe cool season from roughly October to February gives the best display in most of India, though mild zones allow longer growing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan they be grown in pots?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, marigolds thrive in pots and balcony containers; use well-drained soil, full sun and regular deadheading and feeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo marigolds repel pests?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTheir roots and scent help deter some soil nematodes and insects, which is why they are a classic companion plant in vegetable beds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy are my marigolds leggy with few flowers?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eToo little sun or too much nitrogen causes legginess. Move them to full sun, ease off feeding and pinch tips to encourage bushiness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat pests affect marigolds?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAphids and spider mites can appear in dry or crowded conditions; rinse the plants and use neem oil if needed.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"vedicflora","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51256242045174,"sku":"PLT-MARIGOLDFR2-B06-ORG","price":99.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0805\/4980\/6326\/files\/GTr3zlIw2EwotBiajLMpt7jBQRVax2gPOVKL8KGP.jpg?v=1783922652","url":"https:\/\/vedicflora.com\/products\/marigold-french-copy-6-bag-org","provider":"vedicflora","version":"1.0","type":"link"}