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Marigold African Kees

Marigold African Kees. HattieAnn Wallentine : Group 5 . Marigolds African Kees. Marigold. Marigold African Kees. Non-woody or green stem Can grow up to 60cm/24in  Full sun in well drained soil

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Marigold African Kees

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  1. Marigold African Kees HattieAnnWallentine: Group 5

  2. Marigolds African Kees Marigold

  3. Marigold African Kees Non-woody or green stem Can grow up to 60cm/24in  Full sun in well drained soil Balanced slow-release fertilizer (10-10-10 or 14-14-14) with a 3-4 month formulation applied to the bed

  4. Planting Marigolds Start seeds indoors about a month to 6 weeks before the last spring-frost date. –Watch for damping off. Separate seedlings when they are about 2 inches tall. Plant them in flats of loose soil, or transplant them into the garden. Space tall marigolds 2 to 3 feet apart; lower-growing ones about a foot apart.

  5. Germination time and conditions Usually appear in 14-21 days Planting: sow seed 0.5cm (¼") deep, in seed trays of compost. Moisture: Water well and place in a warm position, keep seed trays moist Temperature: 15-20C (60-68F) is ideal

  6. Blooming Blooms should appear within a few weeks of sowing. If the spent blossoms are deadheaded, the plants will continue to bloom profusely. Blooms all summer long and into September and October.

  7. Caring for Marigolds Do not fertilize marigolds when in bloom. Too rich a diet stimulates lush foliage at the expense of flowers. Marigolds bloom better and more profusely in poor soil. Flower heads tend to rot in wet weather. Avoid frosts Always hold by a leaf, never by the stem.  Gradually accustom young plants to outside conditions before planting out The primary concern is Botrytis or grey mold in the flowers. Make sure the plants are spaced correctly to provide good air circulation, avoid overhead irrigation or at least irrigate early in the morning so the flowers dry off before nightfall and if possible deadhead (remove) old flowers every two weeks. Are subject to infestations of several insect pests: Thrips, leaf miners, most common is the spider mite. -Look for  tiny spots on the upper surface of the leaves you may need to look closer and treat. Keep a close eye in hot and dry weather.

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