Marigold
Tagetes erecta
💧 Watering
Every 3–5 days
☀️ Light
Full sun
💦 Humidity
Low
🌡️ Temperature
60–85°F (15–29°C)
Soil
Average, well-draining soil
✨ Fertilizing
Monthly
🪴 Repotting
Annual
About Marigold
Cheerful orange and yellow flowers with a distinctive scent that repels many garden pests. A garden staple.
Care tips
- Plant near vegetables to deter pests
- Deadhead to extend the bloom season
- Easy to grow from seed