Growing Conditions of
Sunlight
Full Sun
Full Sun
Watering
Enough
Enough
Soil
Type of Soil
Clay, Loamy, Sandy
Loamy, Sandy
The pH of Soil
5.506.00
4.5
7.5
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Essential Fertilizers
Lime stone, Potassium
Lime stone
Common Pests and Diseases
List of Pests
Aphids, moths, Scale, Slugs, Snails, Thrips, Whiteflies
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List of Diseases
Bacterial leaf spot or blast, Gray Molds, Powdery Mildew, Root Rot
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Bloom Time
All Summer Season, Fall Season, Spring Season
All Summer Season
Vase Life
00
0
0
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Facts
History
Origin
Mexico, North America, South America
North America, South America
Interesting Facts of
- Marigold is believed to be the Herb of the Sun.
- Marigolds were used in Welsh culture to predict climatic conditions.
- This flower actually tracks the position of the Sun in sky.
- Tallest sunflower was grown of about 25' 5.5" height in in the Netherlands in 1986.
Lifespan
Annuals - complete its full life cycle in one growing season
Annuals - complete its full life cycle in one growing season, Perennials - a plant that lives for three or more years
Habit
Shrubs
Herbs
Flower Meaning
Astrological Flower
Birth Month Flower
Flower Availability
Uses
Decoration
Decoration
Health Benefits
Best remedy for Cough & Cold, Prevents Intestinal Ulcers, Reduces risk of cancer
Best remedy for Cough & Cold, Treats bronchial infections, Treats laryngeal and pulmonary inffections
Medicinal Uses
Acts as an anti-inflammatory, Acts as an antioxidant
Bears expectorant properties, Have diuretic properties
Culinary Uses
Used in salads, soups and sandwiches
Used in salads, soups and sandwiches
Other Benefits
Design Uses
Cosmetic Uses
Used in creams, hand lotions and in essential oils, Used in Perfumes, Used in shampoos and soaps
Lightens the skin, Softens skin, Used in creams, hand lotions and in essential oils
Occasional Uses
Wedding
Friendship Day, Wedding
Allergy
Contact Dermatitis, dry or cracked skin
Breathing problems, dry or cracked skin, Headache, Itching, Itchy eyes, Red eyes, Runny nose, Sinus pain, Wheezing