The marigold with its bright orange-red flower heads is an attractive ornament in the perennial bed, the vegetable garden, but also for plant bowls and flower boxes. Provided the site conditions are right, the marigold proves to be an extremely grateful and easy-care garden beauty.
Where is the best place to plant marigolds?
The optimal location for marigolds is a spot in full sun, although they also thrive in light shade. There are no special demands on the soil, but plant he alth and abundance of flowers can be increased by adding rotted compost (€41.00 on Amazon) or stable manure.
The marigold is a sun worshipper
The marigold loves to be caressed by the sun. Therefore, give the marigold a place in full sun. Since the plant is quite adaptable, it also thrives in light shade.
The Tagetes has no special demands on the soil. However, it makes sense to enrich the substrate with rotted compost (€41.00 on Amazon) or stable manure. This promotes plant he alth and ensures abundance of flowers.
Tip
Tagetes are ideal for edging perennial and vegetable beds. The attractive summer bloomer not only sets attractive accents, but also naturally kills harmful nematodes.
