Water
Water regularly, especially during hot weather, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top 2-3 cm of soil to dry out between waterings to prevent root rot. Reduce watering in cooler months.
Also known as Golden Marigold · Marigold · Petite Marigold
Tagetes tenuifolia, known as "single mint marigold" or "lemon marigold", is a fragrant annual with delicate, single-flowered blooms in shades of yellow and orange. It's a
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
100% intensity
Requires at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily for optimal flowering and growth.
Moderate
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow top layer to dry slightly between waterings.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Warm
75% intensity
Prefers temperatures between 18-24°C. Protect from frost.
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength during the growing season.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly, especially during hot weather, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top 2-3 cm of soil to dry out between waterings to prevent root rot. Reduce watering in cooler months.
Pinch back young plants to encourage bushier growth. Deadhead spent flowers regularly to promote continuous blooming and prevent self-seeding.
Light pruning can be done in late spring to shape the plant and remove any leggy stems.
Easily propagated from seed sown directly outdoors after the last frost or started indoors 4-6 weeks prior. Cuttings can also be taken from semi-ripe shoots in summer and rooted in moist, well-draining compost.
Repot annually in spring, especially for container-grown plants, into a slightly larger pot with fresh, well-draining potting mix. This helps to replenish nutrients and provides more space for root growth, ensuring vigorous development.
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Flowering & fruiting calendar
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Photos of Tagetes Tenuifolia (Tagetes tenuifolia)
Where Tagetes Tenuifolia (Tagetes tenuifolia) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Asterales |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Genus | Tagetes |
| Species | Tagetes tenuifolia |
Similar in genus Tagetes
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