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Marsh Marigold

Caltha Palustris

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Overview

Marsh Marigold (Caltha palustris), an herbaceous perennial, thrives in wet, marshy zones. Growing 1-1.5 feet tall and wide, it features glossy, heart-shaped leaves and vibrant yellow buttercup-like flowers blooming in early spring. Ideal for USDA zones 3-7, it prefers full to partial sun and consistently moist soil. This low-maintenance plant attracts pollinators while providing a bright splash of color in rain gardens and at water's edge.

Sun FullWater Low, Medium, Very LowZones 3–7Type PerennialClimate Mediterranean

Marsh Marigold (Caltha Palustris) — heart-shaped leaves and vibrant yellow buttercup-like flowers blooming in early spring; this species is generally pest and

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Low, Medium, Very Low
USDA zones: 3–7

Shape & size

Mature height: 1–1.5 Ft.
Mature width: 1–1.5 Ft.

Classification

Type: Perennial
Family: Ranunculaceae
Climate: Mediterranean

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Marsh Marigold (Caltha Palustris) — this herbaceous plant typically grows 1 to 1.5 feet in height with a similar spread; making it a compact yet impactful

Marsh Marigold (Caltha Palustris) — Growing 1-1.5 feet tall and wide

Marsh Marigold (Caltha Palustris) — This species is generally pest and disease-resistant, making it a resilient addition to the garden; are, image 84

Marsh Marigold (Caltha Palustris) — Marsh Marigold (Caltha palustris) is a vibrant perennial plant

Marsh Marigold (Caltha Palustris) — perennial with yellow blooms; which can reach up to 2 inches in diameter, image 109

Marsh Marigold (Caltha Palustris) — Furthermore, its early bloom time provides an essential nectar source for pollinators emerging in spring, image 85

Marsh Marigold (Caltha Palustris) — yellow flowers in the garden; marsh Marigold (Caltha palustris) is a vibrant perennial plant, image 108

Marsh Marigold (Caltha Palustris) — Maintenance is minimal, but the soil should be kept consistently moist, especially during dry spells

Marsh Marigold (Caltha Palustris) — Growing 1-1.5 feet tall and wide; it provides an interesting texture and a lush green backdrop for its flowers

Marsh Marigold (Caltha Palustris) — It requires full sun to part shade and prefers a rich, damp soil that is acidic to neutral; or the edges of, image 125

Marsh Marigold (Caltha Palustris) — Maintenance is minimal, but the soil should be kept consistently moist, especially during dry spells; adding a, image 105

Marsh Marigold (Caltha Palustris) — Furthermore, its early bloom time provides an essential nectar source for pollinators emerging in spring, image 107

Marsh Marigold (Caltha Palustris) — yellow flowers in the garden

Marsh Marigold (Caltha Palustris) — or the edges of ponds and streams; thriving in USDA hardiness zones 3 to 7, image 124

Marsh Marigold (Caltha Palustris) — heart-shaped leaves and vibrant yellow buttercup-like flowers blooming in early spring

Marsh Marigold (Caltha Palustris) — Marsh Marigold (Caltha palustris), an herbaceous perennial, thrives in wet, marshy zones; ideal for USDA zones, image 67

Marsh Marigold (Caltha Palustris) — It requires full sun to part shade and prefers a rich, damp soil that is acidic to neutral; or the edges of, image 59

Marsh Marigold (Caltha Palustris) — or the edges of ponds and streams; thriving in USDA hardiness zones 3 to 7, image 80

Marsh Marigold (Caltha Palustris) — adding a splash of golden yellow to the garden in the early spring; maintenance is minimal, but the soil should, image 94

Marsh Marigold (Caltha Palustris) — Marsh Marigold (Caltha palustris), an herbaceous perennial, thrives in wet, marshy zones

Marsh Marigold (Caltha Palustris) — Marsh Marigold (Caltha palustris) is a vibrant perennial plant; heart-shaped leaves up to 8 inches across, image 93

Marsh Marigold (Caltha Palustris) — <br><br>For your client's garden; perennial with yellow blooms, image 104

Marsh Marigold (Caltha Palustris) — which can reach up to 2 inches in diameter; it requires full sun to part shade and prefers a rich, damp soil, image 100

Marsh Marigold (Caltha Palustris) — Marsh Marigold (Caltha palustris) is a vibrant perennial plant; heart-shaped leaves up to 8 inches across

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