Mexican marigold
Tagetes erecta · Marigolds · Aster family
Also known as: African Marigold · Aztec Marigold · Big Marigold
Very easy30–90cmNot pet-safeEdible
Mexican marigold care at a glance
Mexican marigold (Tagetes erecta) needs a moderate amount of water and prefers to grow in full sun. Ideal temperature: 18–27 °C.
- Water need
- Medium
- Light
- Full sun
- Soil moisture
- Evenly moist
- Nutrients
- Medium
- Ideal temperature
- 18–27 °C
- Life cycle
- Annual
Pests, Diseases, Toxicity & Weather on Mexican marigold
Possible pests on Mexican marigold include Spider mites, Slugs and snails and Thrips. Possible diseases include Powdery mildew, Grey mould and Leaf spot. Mexican marigold is mildly toxic to cats, dogs and humans.
Pest
- Spider mites Medium
- Thrips Low
- Slugs and snails Medium
Disease
- Powdery mildew Medium
- Grey mould Medium
- Leaf spot Medium
Toxicity
- Phototoxic thiophenes Low
Weather
- Frost damage High
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Frequently asked questions about Mexican marigold
- Which pests affect Mexican marigold?
- Possible pests on Mexican marigold include Spider mites, Slugs and snails and Thrips.
- Which diseases affect Mexican marigold?
- Possible diseases include Powdery mildew, Grey mould and Leaf spot.
- Is Mexican marigold toxic to cats and dogs?
- Mexican marigold is mildly toxic to cats, dogs and humans.
- How much water does Mexican marigold need?
- Mexican marigold has a moderate water requirement.
- What light does Mexican marigold need?
- Mexican marigold prefers to grow in full sun. Around 6 hours of light per day is ideal.
- Is Mexican marigold frost-hardy?
- Mexican marigold is not frost-hardy. Its lower limit is around 2 °C.
- Can you eat Mexican marigold?
- Yes, the edible parts are mainly: flowers.