Acclaimed for their large early blooming flowers and neat uniform growth these long-blooming flowers make a great show of pure intense colors. Marigolds will add vibrant and massed color to any garden bed and they look great when planted along a walkway.
Marigold leaves will give you a dark green and finely divided structure, showcasing their feathery appearance but it’s the flowers are the highlight of these plants, boasting vibrant and warm colors that range from shades of gold and orange to yellow and red.
Marigolds are known for their pest-repelling properties due in part to their strong-smelling foliage and because they naturally produce pyrethrum, which is an insecticide. This makes them popular for companion planting. Yet in spite of their insect repelling propertied Marigolds are great for attracting butterflies.