Description

• Marigold Gold are annual flowers that complete their life cycle in one growing season. Marigold Gold is a famous and popular variety of marigold. The plant height of a Marigold is around 1 foot which is very attractive in appearance.
• Sowing season: Throughout the year Sowing method: Seedling transplant Germination temperature: 15-26°C Plant Height: 25-30cm Flower Color: Gold Germination Time: 4-10 days from sowing Blooming Time: 7-8 weeks from sowing
• Soil – Use fertile and well-drained soil for planting marigolds. It does not perform well in very acidic, clay, or soil rich in excess organic matter.
• Water – Marigolds need daily watering in the initial days but once established weekly watering is sufficient, but you should check if the soil is dry and water them if it is dry.
• Sunlight – Most marigolds love full sunlight but can tolerate some shade. They prefer afternoon shade during summer.
• Temperature – The temperature above 35°C and below 4°C is not good for the growth of the marigold. The ideal temperature for growing marigolds is 18-30°C.
• Common pests and diseases – Insects such as snails, slugs, aphids, and spider mites inhibit the growth of marigolds. And some diseases such as root rot, and gray mold infect marigolds. But the most common disease caused by fungal spores is powdery mildew. You can prevent your plant from this by providing good air circulation between plants and avoiding overhead watering.