MARIGOLD DURANGO MIX

ABOUT DURANGO MARIGOLD: Marigolds (Botanical Name: Tagetes sp.) are annual herbaceous plants from the family Asteraceae. It produces dark green leaves with a wide range of coloured blossoms like yellow, orange, white, golden and a mix of more than two colours. The Durango Marigolds (Botanically Tagetes patula) are commonly known as the French Marigolds. They produce bright extra-large flowers compared to the other species. Flowers are available in a mix of colours. The plants grow up to 10-12 inches in height.

CARE TIPS FOR DURANGO MARIGOLD:

Marigolds are easy to grow with very low input requirements. They are a common plant seen in every Indian household during the winter months.

• SEEDS: Prior to sowing the seeds, they can be soaked in water overnight. It ensures better germination. Seeds can be first grown in pro-trays till they reach 2-3 inches in height. Then, they can be transplanted directly into pots or soil. Seeds take 2-3 weeks to germinate.
• SUNLIGHT: While in the seedling stage, they can be kept under the shade immediately after sowing for 1-2 days. Then they can be brought under direct sunlight. During the later stages, the plant requires direct sunlight for 4-5 hours a day.
• SOIL: A well-drained soil is needed. The plant cannot tolerate water logging.
• WATER: Watering is to be done when the topsoil becomes dry. The plant can withstand the dryness of soil for a long time.
• FERTILIZER: Any liquid fertilizer can be used once the first bloom has occurred.

USES/BENEFITS:

• The bright flowers are used for dye extraction and as colouring agents in food industries.
• Marigolds are used in essential oil extraction.
• Leaves are crushed and used in cuts due to their medicinal properties.
• Flowers are used in making garlands.

AVAILABLE IN: Pack of Mix colour Flower seeds.

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