African Marigold (Yellow) – Plant

HIGHLIGHTS

• Popularly used as  – African Marigold (Yellow), Zendu, Marigold, Genda, Zandu,
• Flower -Yellow
• Edible – flowers and petals
• Growth – Fast growth rate
• Uses – The bright petals of signet marigolds add colour and a spicy tang to salads and other summer dishes

PLANTING & CARE

• Temperature – Prefers temperature 25 to 30 degree Celsius
• Water – Apply 3 cup (Approx. 150 ml) water when top soil (1-2 inches) in pot feels dry to touch.
• Light -At least 3-6 hours of preferably morning sunlight a day is ideal for plant to grow well and natural direct bright light for the rest of the day.
• Fertilizer – During the main growing season feed the plant with organic fertilizer once a month (Oct-Jan).
• Pruning – Remove dead, infected or damaged plant parts and dispose them away from the planting area

SPECIFICATION

• Plant – African Marigold (Yellow)
• Flower colour – yellow
• Height – 40 to 50 cm / 1.5 feet
• Pot size – 4 – 6 inches upper diameter
• Weight – 2-3 Kgs