Cultivation is an art and we love to turn our attention to seedlings in order to help them grow and watch them develop. However, each plant has its specificities for this, so today we are going to teach you how to grow marigolds at home and all the necessary care for this plant.
First of all, it is important to note that marigolds are beautiful plants. With their characteristic inflorescence-type flowers, they feature vibrant colors in shades of yellow or orange. However, despite their beauty, they have a rustic look, which is why they are very popular to fill ornamental gardens and even bouquets.
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Originating from temperate and cool climates, it has a fast growth. In addition, it is part of the herbaceous group, which reach a length ranging from 25 to 75 cm in height.
Among its qualities we can mention that it is used in medicine, through infusions to compose tea, as it has healing and anti-inflammatory properties.
In addition to all these positive characteristics, the species is also extremely adaptable to the environment, so its cultivation is very easy.
how to grow it
Calendula is an undemanding plant when it comes to soil. However, to have proper development and consequently grow faster, we recommend the use of fertilized land so that they can enjoy these nutrients for their development.
To enrich this soil we can use organic materials without necessarily having to buy them. To make this supplementation it is important to add compounds with the presence of nitrogen, phosphorus, manure and food remains.
This plant requires a place with a lot of sun, as places with little natural light make them grow very little or not develop. That's why it's important that she stays in full sun during the day.
As for your watering, you must ensure that the soil is very wet when you put the seeds in the ground. Finally, when they are ready, they will need little water, twice a week is enough for the soil not to dry out.
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