Marigold planting and care methods: plant in May and enjoy blooms all summer long
Marigold, also known as stinky hibiscus, is a plant of the genus Tagetes in the aster family. Native to Mexico, it loves a warm, humid climate with plenty of sunlight. The flower language of the marigold is friendship, health, and the sorrow of parting. Let's take a look together below at the cultivation tips for marigolds~
South African marigold
Growth habits
Marigolds love a warm, humid environment with plenty of sunlight. The suitable growing temperature is 15-30°C. In summer, the temperature must not exceed 30°C, and in winter, the overwintering temperature must stay above 5°C. Make sure marigolds receive sufficient light during growth; insufficient light will cause the plants to grow leggy and hinder flowering.
Marigold
Soil selection
Marigolds are not very picky about soil; loose, fertile, well-draining sandy soil is ideal. Soil mix formula: you can use 70% garden soil, 20% peat soil, plus some organic fertilizer and a little coarse sand mixed together.
Marigold
Watering
During the vigorous growth period, marigolds should be watered more frequently, but the amount of water each time should be controlled and not too much; water when the soil is dry and let it dry out between waterings. The watering method changes with the seasons: water at noon in winter and spring, and in the morning in summer and autumn.
Fertilizing
Fertilize marigolds in moderation. Before planting, apply sufficient base fertilizer. During the vigorous growth period, apply liquid fertilizer once a month. Do not apply too much nitrogen fertilizer, to avoid the plants absorbing excessive nitrogen and growing leggy without flowering.
Marigold
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Finally, the flower language: marigolds are generally propagated by seeds, which can be sown in spring and transplanted after seedling cultivation. They can also be propagated by cuttings in summer. Finally, I hope this helps you in the process of growing flowers~
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