Marigold
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Marigold
Tagetes erecta
Marigolds are bright orange and yellow flowers that are fun to grow! They bloom all summer and are great for attracting pollinators.
Habitat: Gardens and outdoor spaces
Appearance
The Marigold has bright, cheerful daisy-like or carnation-like flowers, typically in warm shades of orange, yellow, and red. Its feathery, dark green leaves emit a distinct, pungent aroma, setting it apart from many other garden blooms.
KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderAsteralesFamilyAsteraceaeGenusTagetes
Category
PlantsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
Ancient Aztecs honored marigolds, using them for medicine and rituals.
Marigold petals are sometimes fed to chickens to make egg yolks brighter!
Marigolds are vital to Mexico's Día de Muertos celebrations!
The petals of many marigolds are safe to eat and tasty in salads!
Special abilities
Ability
Pest Shield
Marigold roots release special chemicals that help protect nearby plants from tiny underground worms called nematodes.
Ability
Sun Beacon
Its vibrant orange and yellow flowers act like bright signals, attracting helpful bees and butterflies for pollination.
Ability
Golden Colorant
The petals contain natural pigments, allowing Marigolds to be used to safely add golden color to food or fabrics.
Measurements & details
- Height
- 15-90 cm
- Spread
- 15-60 cm
- Flower Size
- 1-10 cm
- Bloom Season
- Summer to Fall
- Edible
- Yes
- Toxicity
- None
- Lifecycle
- Annual
- Pollination Method
- Insect
Ecological connections
pollinates
European Honey Bee
Apis mellifera
Gathers nectar and pollen
pollinates
Monarch Butterfly
Danaus plexippus
Sips nectar from vibrant flowers
eats
Garden Snail
Helix aspersa
Can sometimes munch on leaves
eats
Green Peach Aphid
Myzus persicae
Feeds on plant sap and leaves
Traits
Annual
Annual plants complete their entire life cycle, from germination to seed production, within a single growing season.
Herbaceous
Herbaceous plants are non-woody plants with soft stems that typically die back to the ground at the end of the growing season.
Ornamental
Ornamental plants are cultivated primarily for their aesthetic appeal, enhancing landscapes and gardens with their attractive foliage, flowers, or form.
Summer Blooming
Summer blooming plants produce their flowers during the summer season, often providing vibrant color when many other plants have finished.
Fragrant Flower
Fragrant flowers emit a pleasant aroma, often to attract pollinators or for defense.
Pollinator Magnet
Describes plants that are particularly attractive and beneficial to a wide range of pollinating organisms.
Urban Friendly
This habitat trait indicates species that can coexist with humans in urban and suburban environments, utilizing man-made structures and green spaces.
Also known as
African MarigoldFrench MarigoldTagetes
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Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is Marigold?
15-90 cm
How wide does Marigold spread?
15-60 cm
How big are the flowers on Marigold?
1-10 cm
When does Marigold bloom?
Summer to Fall
Is Marigold edible?
Yes
Is Marigold toxic?
None
What is Marigold's lifecycle?
Annual
How is Marigold pollinated?
Insect
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