Inca Marigold Plant

Listing ID #7124020

The Inca Marigold is a beautiful and versatile plant that can brighten up any garden or indoor space. It is also known as Tagetes erecta or African Marigold, and it belongs to the Asteraceae family. It is native to Mexico and Central America, but it can be grown as an annual in many regions of the world. Here are some facts and tips about the Inca Marigold plant:

The Inca Marigold has large, pom-pom-like flowers that come in various shades of yellow, orange, and red. Some varieties have bi-colored or multicolored petals. The flowers are usually 2-4 inches in diameter, and they bloom from late spring to fall1.

The Inca Marigold has dark green, deeply divided leaves that are slightly aromatic when crushed. The plant can grow 1-3 feet tall, depending on the cultivar and growing conditions1.

The Inca Marigold prefers full sun but can tolerate partial shade. It needs well-drained soil that is rich in organic matter. It also needs regular watering and fertilizing to produce abundant flowers1.

The Inca Marigold is easy to grow from seeds or cuttings. Seeds can be sown indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost date, or outdoors after the danger of frost has passed. Cuttings can be taken from healthy plants in late summer or early fall, and rooted in moist soil or water1.

The Inca Marigold is a good companion plant for vegetables, as it can repel certain pests, such as nematodes, aphids, whiteflies, and cabbage worms. It can also attract beneficial insects, such as bees, butterflies, and ladybugs1.

The Inca Marigold is a great choice for flower beds, borders, containers, and cut flowers. It can create a stunning display of color and fragrance in any garden or home. It is also heat and drought tolerant, and has few pest problems23.

I hope this information helps you learn more about the Inca Marigold plant. If you have any questions, feel free to ask me.