French Marigold

Tagetes Patula

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Overview

French Marigold (Tagetes patula) is a vibrant annual prized for its profuse flowering and easy care. Typically growing 6-12 inches tall with a spread up to 8 inches, it features distinctive bi-colored petals in shades of yellow, orange, and rich mahogany. Hardy in most soils, it thrives in full sun, with adequate moisture. Ideal for borders and container displays, it also repels garden pests, benefiting nearby plants.

Sun Full, HalfWater Low, MediumZones 3–10Climate Mediterranean

French Marigold (Tagetes Patula) — French Marigold (Tagetes patula) is a vibrant annual prized for its profuse flowering and easy care

French Marigold (Tagetes Patula) — French Marigold (Tagetes patula) is a vibrant annual prized for its profuse flowering and easy care

French Marigold (Tagetes Patula) — it features distinctive bi-colored petals in shades of yellow

French Marigold (Tagetes Patula) — Ideal for borders and container displays, it also repels garden pests, benefiting nearby plants

French Marigold (Tagetes Patula) — Hardy in most soils, it thrives in full sun, with adequate moisture

French Marigold (Tagetes Patula) — scientifically known as Tagetes patula

French Marigold (Tagetes Patula) — Growing to a height of 6 to 18 inches with an approximately equal spread

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Low, Medium
USDA zones: 3–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Asteraceae
Climate: Mediterranean

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French Marigold (Tagetes Patula) — Typically growing 6-12 inches tall with a spread up to 8 inches

French Marigold (Tagetes Patula) — French Marigold (Tagetes patula) is a vibrant annual prized for its profuse flowering and easy care

French Marigold (Tagetes Patula) — it features distinctive bi-colored petals in shades of yellow

French Marigold (Tagetes Patula) — Ideal for borders and container displays, it also repels garden pests, benefiting nearby plants

French Marigold (Tagetes Patula) — Hardy in most soils, it thrives in full sun, with adequate moisture

French Marigold (Tagetes Patula) — scientifically known as Tagetes patula

French Marigold (Tagetes Patula) — Growing to a height of 6 to 18 inches with an approximately equal spread

French Marigold (Tagetes Patula) — this compact plant boasts lush

French Marigold (Tagetes Patula) — pinnate leaves measuring up to 3 inches long

French Marigold (Tagetes Patula) — often displaying multiple colors in a single blossom

French Marigold (Tagetes Patula) — French Marigolds bloom profusely from early summer until the first frost

French Marigold (Tagetes Patula) — adding a sustained pop of color to garden borders

French Marigold (Tagetes Patula) — French Marigolds are known for their ability to deter certain pests and nematodes in the soil

French Marigold (Tagetes Patula) — or as a vibrant edging plant

French Marigold (Tagetes Patula) — They require full sun to thrive and prefer well-drained soil

French Marigold (Tagetes Patula) — making them an excellent companion plant for vegetables and other ornamentals

French Marigold (Tagetes Patula) — With moderate water needs

French Marigold (Tagetes Patula) — these marigolds are relatively drought-tolerant once established

French Marigold (Tagetes Patula) — orange flowers in the garden

French Marigold (Tagetes Patula) — annual for full or half

French Marigold (Tagetes Patula) — making them a low-maintenance option for a variety of landscape settings.<br><br>When instructing clients

French Marigold (Tagetes Patula) — emphasize that deadheading spent flowers can encourage more robust blooming throughout the season

French Marigold (Tagetes Patula) — ensuring their garden remains a riot of color from spring through fall

French Marigold (Tagetes Patula) — annual with orange blooms

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