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Learn How to Grow Marigold from Seeds in India and include these beautiful, warm-colored flowers in your garden for a fantastic look!
Marigolds are one of the most popular flowers and come in shades of orange, yellow, and crimson with a pleasing fragrance. It not only adds a burst of colors to the garden but also deters the pesky pests away! Learn everything about How to Grow Marigold from Seeds in India and add it to your plant collection today!
Here’s all you need to know about growing Marigolds from dried flowers
When to Plant Marigold Seeds
Thanks to the tropical climate of India, marigold seeds can be sown year-round. However, growing them between May to July is the best!
How to Grow Marigold from Seeds
- Buy high-quality seeds from a nursery.
- Take a tray or small pot, and fill it with a soilless potting mix. Alternatively, you can also use coco-peat as a sowing medium.
- Sprinkle the seeds on the growing media evenly and secure them with a layer of vermiculture or potting mix. Avoid sowing seeds very deep.
- Now, mist the soil lightly and cover them with plastic.
- Place the pot or at any warm spot, preferably a semi-shaded location.
- The seeds will germinate in 8-10 days.
- Water regularly, but avoid keeping the soil overly wet.
- The plant will start producing blooms after 2-3 months from sowing.
Tip: You can pinch the top of the seedling when the plant has produced four sets of true leaves to stimulate bushier growth.
Growing Requirements for Marigold
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Sunlight
Marigold responds best to the 6-7 hours of full sun, though it can tolerate some shade as well. The more light the plant will get, the better the clooms will be!
Soil & Plant Food
Soil
Marigold prefers well-draining, fertile, and well-aerated soil. You can incorporate the garden soil with manure or compost for amending soil quality. For containers, prefer sterilized potting soil or soilless starting mix. DIY it by mixing equal parts of peat moss and perlite or vermiculite.
Climate
Marigold does best in tropical Indian climate, as it is fond of warmth, and plenty of sunlight. Provide some shade in the harsh afternoon sun of Indian summers.
Watering
Water the plant when the topsoil feels dry to touch. The plant will require frequent watering during summers. Also, practice watering the plant during the morning hours.
Taking Care of Marigold in India
Pots & Planters for Your Space
Deadheading
Remove spent flowers by pinching the heads. It encourages the plant to produce more blooms instead of wasting its energy in producing seeds that ultimately extend the flowering season. Snip off the stem back to the nearest set of leaves once the flowers fade.
Fertilizer
Marigolds are not heavy feeders and to boost the plant’s growth, you can use cow dung manure or any balanced fertilizer once in 5-7 weeks. Do refer to the label for dosage and instructions.
Pests and Diseases
Though the plant is pretty much pest resistant, it may get infected by spider mites and aphids, but that’s rare in India. Spray neem oil solution to get rid of them.
The plant is also prone to powdery mildew infestation – as a preventive measure, never let it stay in overly wet soil.
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