Scientific Name: Tagetes erecta
Order: Asterales
Family: Asteraceae
Genus: Tagetes
Plant Type: Perennial
USDA Hardiness Zones: 4-8
Soil pH Level: 5.5-7.0
Soil Texture: Well-Drained, Sandy, Loamy & Clay
Sun Exposure: Full
Bloom Time: Spring, Summer & Fall
Appearance Description: Marigolds have double flower heads similar to that of a carnation. Their petals produce in large clusters. They are commonly gold, orange, and and red. They can grow up to 5-feet tall depending on the variety.
How to Plant:
1. Loosen the soil with a trowel and hand shovel.
2. Mix a compost or manure into the native soil.
3. Sow seeds directly into the soil.
4. Space each plant 2-3 feet apart.
5. Water generously after planting.
How to Maintain:
1. Deadhead flowers to encourage large and quick blooms.
2. Marigolds do not require fertilization and actually do better in poor soil.
3. Keep the moisture level to a minimum, only water when extremely dry.
Top Varieties:
1. Targetes Erecta
2. Bushy T. Patula
3. T. Tenuifolia
Fun Facts:
1. There are around 50 different Marigold species.
2. Some Marigold flowers, such as the T. Tenuifolia, are actually edible.
3. Marigolds are great container garden flowers.
4. Marigolds germinate rapidly; blooms will appear only a few weeks after sowing.
5. Yellow marigolds are added to chicken feed to brighten egg yolks.
Related Soil:
Schultz Moisture Plus Potting Mix
Related Plant Food:
Schultz All Purpose Water Soluble
Schultz Bloom Plus Water Soluble
Schultz Flower & Vegetable Extended Feed
Schultz All Purpose Extended Feed
Schultz Granular Rose & Flower Plant Food
Schultz Granular All Purpose Plant Food
