Welcome to Acqua Garden's exquisite collection of marigold products—a vibrant selection designed to bring colour, charm, and ease to your gardening experience. Our marigolds, known for their strikingly bright blooms, are ideal for garden beds, borders, and containers.
Whether you're a novice or a seasoned gardener, our hardy and easy-to-grow marigold varieties will elevate your outdoor spaces. Dive into our range with exquisite mixes such as Marigold 'Durango Mixed' or the bright petals of Marigold 'Pascal Mix' and discover the beauty and endless possibilities of growing marigolds. View all Bedding Plants.
Commonly Asked Questions
Does marigolds come back every year?
French and African marigolds are typically annuals. They sprout, grow, flower, and die within the same year. However, they often self-seed, meaning their seeds autumn, overwinter, and germinate in the spring, sometimes without any gardener's intervention.
What is so special about marigolds?
Marigold flowers contain lutein, beneficial for eye health, and have antibacterial and antiviral properties, providing multiple health benefits. Marigolds are also culturally significant, especially in Nepal, where they symbolise beauty, warmth, and are used in various rituals.
How do you take care of a marigold plant?
Marigolds thrive in heat and grow best in zones 2 to 11. Plant them in full sunlight with at least 6 hours of sun daily, in moderately fertile, dry to moist, well-drained soils. Some light afternoon shade can prolong their blooming period in hot summer areas.
Do marigolds do well in pots?
Marigolds excel in small to medium pots or planters with good drainage. Choose a pot at least 20cm wide and deep to accommodate the mature height and width of your marigold variety. Compact-growing marigold types are perfect for limited spaces.
Do marigolds keep anything away?
Marigolds are known to repel a variety of pests, including knot root nematodes, tomato hornworms, cabbage worms, thrips, squash bugs, whiteflies, and even larger pests like deer, making them an excellent companion plant in your garden.
