More about the plant below:
Tagetes
category : annuals
position : sun, partial shade
height : 15-75 cm
frost resistance : -
soil reaction : neutral, slightly acidic
soil preferences : fertile, permeable
watering : medium
color of leaves / needles : green
color of flowers : yellow, orange, red, brown, cream
habit : upright
flowering period : June-October
seeding : spring , autumn
reproduction : sowing
leaf durability : seasonal
application : flower beds, rockeries, balconies, cut flowers, terraces
growth rate : fast
Tagetes - silhouette
The natural habitats of the marigolds are the hot and dry mountain slopes of Mexico, the United States, and even Argentina.There are about 50-60 species of this inconspicuous plant.Depending on the variety, they can measure from 20 to 90 cm. The flowers range in color from lemon yellow to brown red. There are also two-color varieties. The tagetes came to Europe about 400 years ago and quickly became a popular ornamental plant.
Marigold seedsMarigold development
Tagetes are annual plants and are characterized by an erect, compact habit. They have straight, deeply cut leaves.The flowers can be straight or full, always sprouting from the top of the shoot.They grow quickly, overgrowing the entire planted area.
Tagetes - position
Tagetes prefer medium-heavy, well-drained soil with a moderate degree of fertility.Plants thrive best in sunny to semi-shaded places.
Sowing the marigold
From February to April, marigolds are rushed at home, they are planted to the ground in May.When seeds are sown directly into the ground (in May), flowering occurs much later.
Tagetes - care
Tagetes is an undemanding plant, its care should not be a problem for anyone. It is important to know that plants are a very tasty morsel for snails, so you should regularly check that the crops are not damaged by mollusks.Plants should be watered regularly during drought.
Application of the tag
Tagetes does well in border plantings.
Tip
Not everyone likes the specific smell of marigolds.Many new varieties are odorless.
