Tagete patula. French Marigold. Orange C11

Tagete is an annual herbaceous plant that belongs to the Asteraceae family.

This plant reminds us of carnations only that the colors are beautiful shades in yellow and orange.

It is a fairly durable plant from spring until the arrival of the low temperatures.

Sow it in a universal substrate with good drainage in a sunny area. In areas of intense heat, appreciate a location between sun and shade. It is also suitable for coastal areas.

Water regularly but without over watering.

To encourage its flowering pinch off withered flowers, we can also feed with fertilizer for flowering plants.

Tagete or French Marigold  is a natural pest repellent. The aroma of its flower keeps at bay insects such as aphid, white fly or cochineal, hence its use in orchards.

This variety is typical of warm climates, where it blooms all year round. It needs to be in full sun and high temperatures.

One of the problems it may suffer is brotitis, mildew, or leaf staining, especially due to excess of  moisture, let the soil dry between irrigation and irrigation.

Although it is a very easy plant to grow, it can suffer from spider if the temperature is too high and dry  in the environment.

Consulted sources in addition to our experience with this plant:

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