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French Marigold
The french Marigold was created to be a brighter, more vibrant version of the ornamental annual flower of the Tagetes patula. Prized for its delicate texture, fineness, and fairly low maintenance needs, this cultivar gives the blooms a deeply vibrant orange color.
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Annual
Lifespan
10 cm to 50 cm
Spread
Green
Leaf Color
6 cm
Flower Size
Orange
Flower Color
20 - 38 ℃
Ideal Temperature

Care Guide for French Marigold

Twice per week
Water
Full sun
Sunlight
20 - 38 ℃
Ideal Temperature
Garden Soil
Soil Type
Water: Regular watering is crucial when planting french Marigold, especially daily in extreme sun. Once well-established, french Marigold can tolerate drought, but weekly watering encourages vibrant flowers. Monitor watering based on conditions, avoiding excess moisture to prevent root rot. Spray seedlings in heat to maintain soil moisture.
Fertilize: French Marigold thrives in various conditions and typically needs no additional fertilizer unless the soil is poor. To extend blooming, topdress with a special Compositae fertilizer in the evening during summer. Before blooming, dilute this fertilizer for the soil; after blooming, spray with 0.5% MKP.
Pruning: French Marigold features vibrant orange flowers and compact growth. Regular deadheading promotes continued blooming. Prune in early to late spring for damage removal and shaping; avoid heavy pruning during peak growth. Pruning improves air circulation and plant appearance, ensuring a healthy display.
Propagation: French Marigold can be propagated by sowing in spring or summer, or by summer cuttings. To propagate via cuttings, take a 3-5 in shoot, remove lower leaves, and plant in soil. Keep partially shaded, water adequately, and it will root in two weeks, blooming in about one month.
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