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Lemmon's Marigold (Tagetes lemmonii)

Lemmon's Marigold (Tagetes lemmonii) is a fragrant, bushy shrub native to Mexico, known for its bright yellow daisy-like flowers.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun for best flowering.

Watering

Water when the top inch of soil is dry.

Soil

Well-draining soil is essential. Prefers sandy loam but tolerates a range of soil types.

Temperature

Thrives in warm temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed monthly during the growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun for best flowering.

Tolerates partial shade.

Water

Water when the top inch of soil is dry.

Avoid waterlogged conditions.

Soil

Well-draining soil is essential. Prefers sandy loam but tolerates a range of soil types.

Temperature

Thrives in warm temperatures.

Protect from frost.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed monthly during the growing season.

Use a balanced liquid fertilizer.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Shrub

Plant Category

Flowering, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

0.6-1.2 m

Spread

0.6-1.2 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Compound

Flower Size

3-4 cm

Optimal Sunlight Lux

75000

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Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderAsterales
  • familyAsteraceae
  • genusTagetes
  • speciesTagetes lemmonii
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

Rating: 0/5

Edible

No

Additional Care Tips

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