Signet marigold
Tagetes tenuifolia · Marigolds · Aster family
Also known as: Golden Marigold · Lemon Marigold
Very easy20–40cmNot pet-safeEdible
Signet marigold care at a glance
Signet marigold (Tagetes tenuifolia) needs a moderate amount of water and prefers to grow in full sun.
- Water need
- Medium
- Light
- Full sun
- Soil moisture
- Evenly moist
- Nutrients
- Low
- Life cycle
- Annual
Pests, Diseases, Toxicity & Weather on Signet marigold
Possible pests on Signet marigold include Spider mites and Slugs and snails. Possible diseases include Grey mould and Leaf spot. Signet marigold is mildly toxic to cats and dogs.
Pest
- Spider mites Medium
- Slugs and snails Medium
Disease
- Grey mould Medium
- Leaf spot Low
Toxicity
- Sesquiterpene lactones & pyrethrins Low
Weather
- Frost damage High
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Frequently asked questions about Signet marigold
- Which pests affect Signet marigold?
- Possible pests on Signet marigold include Spider mites and Slugs and snails.
- Which diseases affect Signet marigold?
- Possible diseases include Grey mould and Leaf spot.
- Is Signet marigold toxic to cats and dogs?
- Signet marigold is mildly toxic to cats and dogs.
- How much water does Signet marigold need?
- Signet marigold has a moderate water requirement.
- What light does Signet marigold need?
- Signet marigold prefers to grow in full sun. Around 6 hours of light per day is ideal.
- Is Signet marigold frost-hardy?
- Signet marigold is not frost-hardy. Its lower limit is around 2 °C.
- Can you eat Signet marigold?
- Yes, the edible parts are mainly: flowers.