Marigold plants will brighten up your landscape, whether planted together in the garden or in window boxes or decorative containers, or blended with other sunloving annuals or perennials. Marigolds provide instant color and gorgeous season-long appeal with minimal effort.
Plant a garden of sunshine with marigolds; these cheery annual flowers are a snap to grow, offering nonstop blooms all summer long
Marigolds need fast-draining soil and are happiest when soil is most but not wet; Water plants when the top inch of soil feels dry and let the soil dry out before watering again
Marigold plants are low-maintenance, vigorous plants that fill out nicely in containers and the landscape; They feature large, colorful blooms that may need to be trimmed off when spent
Marigold's are a favorite of butterflies who feast on the nectar-rich blooms tolerant of drought and high temperatures, marigolds prefer a hot, sunny garden location that receives at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sun a day
Marigolds thrive in sun and require up to 6 hours of sun per day, but they tolerate some shade, especially in areas with hot weather
In addition to their bright, cheery colors, marigolds act as guardians of the garden, warding off unwanted insect pests
Additional soil may be required based on type of decorative container size and volume
Feed with compost in landscape beds or with an all purpose fertilizer as needed in pots and containers; follow label instructions
Trim dead or yellowing leaves to keep the plant healthy and encourage growth.