Common marigold
Common marigold
Calendula
Plant family
Daisy family (Asteraceae)
Also known as
Pot marigold, Ruddles, Mary's Gold, Scotch Marigold
Cultivation Break
0 Years
Season Overview
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Details
Light requirement
Sunny
Water requirement
Dry
Soil
Medium (loamy)
Nutrient requirement
Low
Light germinator
Germination temperature
15 - 20 °C (Degrees Celsius)
Plant distance
25 cm
Row spacing
25 cm
Seeding depth
0.5 cm
Instructions
Mid of April
Sowing
Description
Marigold is an ornamental and medicinal plant of the composite family. Different varieties differ in flower color (golden yellow to orange), growth period and height. It is cultivated as an annual, is sensitive to frost and attracts many pollinators.
Origin:
Mediterranean
Growing tips
Marigold is sown directly or grown in plant pots. It is a light germinator, so you should not cover the seeds with soil. Since it is sensitive to cold, you should sow or plant it in the bed only after the Ice Saints. Pinching out already wilted flowers will encourage the growth of new flower stalks. The roots emit toxins that reduce nematode infestation of neighboring crops. In addition, the plants are well suited as green manure.
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Grey mold
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