Marigolds — FarmPal
Hardworking garden companions that repel pests and attract pollinators.
Sun
full
Water
low
Spacing
French: 8-10 inches. African: 12-18 inches
Days to Harvest
50-60 days to first bloom
Planting Depth
1/4 inch deep
Companion Plants
Tomatoes
Peppers
Squash
Potatoes
Roses
Avoid Planting Near
Beans
Cabbage
Common Pests
Aphids
Spider mites
Slugs
Diseases to Watch
Root rot (from overwatering)
Botrytis
Powdery mildew
Growing Tips
- •Direct sow or start indoors 6 weeks before last frost
- •Deadhead for continuous blooms
- •Don't fertilize too much reduces flowers
- •Plant around vegetables for pest protection
- •Scent repels rabbits and deer
Harvesting
- •Cut when flowers are fully open
- •Morning harvest is best
- •Strip leaves below water line
- •Great for drying
Storage
Vase life 1-2 weeks. Dry for potpourri or natural dye.
Varieties
French Marigold
Compact. Great for borders. Many colors.
African/American
Tall plants. Giant pom-pom blooms.
Signet
Edible! Citrus-scented. Delicate foliage.
Crackerjack
Classic tall mix. Easy from seed.
Durango
French type. Large flowers, compact plants.