Tagetes erecta aka Marigold

Marigold is a low-maintenance plant that requires minimal attention, making it an excellent choice for beginners.

Marigold should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

Marigold loves a well-draining soil. Perlite and vermiculite help with drainage, while coco coir adds organic matter, so a good potting soil mix will have all three. You can improve store-bought soil by adding some perlite to it.

To ensure optimal growth, the Marigold prefers bright diffused light for 6-8 hours each day. Insufficient light can result in slow growth and leaf drop, so it's important to find a well-lit location for this plant. Place it near a window, within a distance of 1 meter (3 feet), to enhance its potential for thriving.

Marigold is poisonous if ingested. We suggest keeping this plant out of reach if you have children, cats, or dogs in the home.

The Marigold is not in need of supplementary humidity. Most water is taken in by plants through their roots, thus soil watering is the most efficient way to provide humidity to your plants.

The Marigold should be repotted either when it doubles in size or annually, whichever comes first. Providing new potting soil with all the vital nutrients annually is enough to support the growth of the plant, and thus, there is no need for fertilizer. Remember that plants derive their energy from the sun, not fertilizer.

The Marigold is clumping in nature, with new growth originating from the soil in close proximity to the original plant.

Marigold’s native range is the Americas.

If you provide your Marigold with adequate amounts of sunlight and water, it will bloom.