Tagetes
Name: Tagetes | Family: Asteraceae | Type Plant: Annual |
Flowering time: Spring to Autumn | Best time to buy: Spring to early summer | Max Height: 20 to 100 cm |
Sun/Shadow: Full sun | Wintergreen: No | Humidity: Tolerant of various levels, prefers moderate humidity and well-drained soil |

Tagetes, commonly known as marigold, is a resilient and vibrant pot plant that holds strong decorative and practical value in the floral world. With its vivid yellow, orange, and red tones, compact growth, and excellent outdoor performance, Tagetes is a go-to choice for balcony displays, seasonal compositions, and outdoor arrangements.
Why Choose tagetes?
- Bold Seasonal Color: Tagetes brings instant brightness to outdoor compositions with its rich and saturated flower tones. Perfect for summer designs, it adds warmth and visual energy to containers and mixed balcony arrangements.
- Excellent Durability: Highly tolerant to sun, heat, and dry conditions, Tagetes performs exceptionally well in pots and thrives throughout the summer season. It’s ideal for high-traffic areas or places with full sun exposure.
- Versatile Use for Florists: Tagetes is suitable not only for individual sale but also for creating pre-planted mixed containers, outdoor decorations for events, or seasonal offers for retail spaces.
Care Tips
Place in full sun for best flowering. Water regularly but allow the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Remove spent blooms to encourage continued flowering. Use a balanced fertilizer every 2–3 weeks for lush growth and extended bloom time.


