French marigolds - derived from Tagetes patula - include most of the dwarf cultivars, while the generally taller African cultivars come from T. erecta. Hybridizing has also produced many cultivars ...

A favorite amongst novice gardeners and expert green thumbs alike, marigolds have a sunny disposition that brightens up any yard. Marigold (scientific name Tagetes) is a genus of around 50 species.

French marigolds, known scientifically as Tagetes patula, are vibrant annual flowers that bloom in stunning shades of red, orange, yellow, and mixed colors. With their bushy growth pattern, these ...

You can give your flower and vegetable garden a head start and save money by knowing how to germinate seeds. With the right amount of heat and moisture, starting seeds indoors is simple. When the ...

If you’ve ever planted seeds expecting to see them emerge in a few weeks, only to be disappointed with no sprouts or sprouts that die, then you know the difficulties of germinating seeds. Seed ...

Marigolds can be grown indoors before the last frost or directly sown after the danger of frost has passed outdoors. For thriving marigolds, place them under full sun, water them daily, trim leggy ...