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How to grow and care for Tagetes minuta L.

plant care guide about watering, fertilizing, trimming, repotting, cutting, propagating Tagetes minuta L., Stinking roger, Southern marigold, Wild marigold, Khaki bush

Tagetes minuta L. 101 - Plant Care Instructions

Bright direct

16C° ~24C°

Every 7 days

Water

How to water Tagetes minuta L.

How often should I water?

check Tagetes minuta L. Every 7 days if it needs water. when it’s very cold(below 5℃), water less frequently

When do I need to water?

the top 2-3 inches of soil is dry

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Light & Location

How much light does a Tagetes minuta L. need?

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Bright direct

Grow light

Light preference

Tagetes minuta L. likes Bright direct light, Grow light day. The brighter the space, the better this plant grows.

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This plant prefers
2K ~ 20K lux to thrive!

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20K~

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20K

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Temperature

Natural habitat

-15

3~40℃

45

Houseplant temperate preference

-15

16~24℃

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Plants that grow in the wild and those that grow indoors prefer different temperatures. If you grow Tagetes minuta L. at home, make sure the temperature is 16~24℃.

Humidity

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40~70%

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Tagetes minuta L. prefers humidity about 40~70%. If necessary, increase humidity by misting, humidifier.

Fertilize

When should I fertilize?

Only when your plant is healthy!

How frequently should I fertilize?

1-2 times in growing season. A pinch for a small pot.

Characteristic

Tagetes minuta L. is a member of Asteraceae.

Characteristic NameCharacteristic Value
LifespanAnnual, Biennial
Taxonomy
Taxonomy NameTaxonomy Value
PhylumTracheophyta
ClassMagnoliopsida
OrderAsterales
FamilyAsteraceae
GenusTagetes
SpeciesTagetes minuta

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