Annual – Marigold

Marigold 

Botanical name: tagetes erecta 

Beginner friendly?: moderate 

Average size at maturity: 8 inches – 5 ft in height with a 4 inch – 2 ft spread 

Hardy zone:  zones 8-11

Foliage color: green 

Flower color: orange/yellow 

Bloom time: spring-fall 

Growth rate: can reach full maturity in first growing season 

Pruning instructions: deadhead as needed

Propagation methods: deadhead as needed

Landscape use: flower gardens, container plants, borders

Light needs: at least 6 hours of sun per day 

Special features: attracts pollinators, deer resistant, disease resistant 

Watering instructions: allow the top 2 inches of soil to dry between watering sessions

Best time to plant: spring or summer 

Best type of soil: loam or sand 

Companion plants: aster, salvia, lavender, mums

Toxicity level: toxic for humans and pets if ingested 

Invasive species: no