Already in early spring you can get marigold plants from specialist garden shops. Since these already have their pretty, orange-red flowers and lots of buds, it is tempting to plant the little beauties directly in the garden. However, this could be fatal, because with marigolds, the right planting time is important.
Marigolds should not be planted outside until May
The marigold loves warmth
Originally, the marigold thrives on the sun-kissed and rather dry mountain slopes of South America. Here the temperature never drops below freezing. Accordingly, the hybrids growing in our gardens are also very sensitive to frost.
Only plant when the threat of cold is gone
The marigold should then be planted outdoors when there is no longer any threat of night frost. In most regions this is only after the ice saints.
Prefer indoors
If you would like to grow the marigold yourself from seeds, you can start cultivating as early as March. The seeds sprout quickly on the windowsill and develop into strong young plants within a few weeks.
These are also only allowed outside after the ice saints. It is important here to gently get the pupils used to the changed conditions. On warm days, place the potty in a semi-shady place on the balcony or terrace. The small marigolds are only transplanted into the bed when there is guaranteed to be no more frost.
tips
You can easily win the seeds of the marigolds yourself. In autumn, let some of the flowers dry on the plant, pinch them off and shake out the tiny seeds.