African Marigold

African Marigold can be challenging to care for, according to some plant parents. Check out the reviews down below to learn from their experiences!

Benefits of Growing African Marigold →

Common African Marigold Problems →

African Marigold prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

African Marigold Water Frequency →

African Marigold Root Rot →

African Marigold requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

African Marigold Light Requirements →

African Marigold Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

African Marigold is not safe to consume. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian. If you have children, cats, or dogs in the home, we suggest keeping this plant out of reach.

African Marigold Toxicity to Humans →

African Marigold enjoys lots of humidity. Provide humidity for your plant by watering regularly and thoroughly, since plants absorb most water through their root system rather than their leaves. They may also benefit from being placed next to a humidifier.

African Marigold Humidity Needs →

African Marigold does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

Best Soil Mix for African Marigold →

When and How to Successfully Repot African Marigold →

African Marigold should be repotted after it doubles in size or once a year, whichever comes first. Fresh potting soil has all the nutrients your plant needs, so as long as it’s refreshed yearly, you shouldn’t need to use fertilizer. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

How Much and When to Fertilize African Marigold →

African Marigold is native to the Americas.

Yes, you may see your African Marigold bloom with the right amount of sunlight and water.

African Marigold is a clumping plant, meaning new growth will emerge from the soil around the parent plant.

How and When to Prune African Marigold →

USDA Hardiness Zone
African Marigold can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 2a-11b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

African Marigold Temperature Tolerance →

The seeds of African Marigold can be used to grow new plants! After your plant flowers, any seeds that formed can be collected and germinated in potting soil.

Yellow leaves aren’t always a reason to panic, and can be a normal part of a plant’s life cycle. Unless brand new leaves are turning yellow or all the leaves change color at once, it’s likely just your plant shedding old leaves.

Overwatering and root rot are the most likely cause of problems in African Marigold, since they are sensitive to wet soil. The leaves may also appear to be curling or drooping. Less often, yellow leaves are caused by underwatering, nutrient deficiencies, or pests.

Replace soggy soil with fresh, dry soil and download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.

• Common Bugs Affecting African Marigold →
• Drooping African Marigold Leaves →
• African Marigold Dropping Leaves →
• African Marigold Mushy Leaves →
• Black Spots on African Marigold →
• Brown Spots on African Marigold →
• African Marigold Leaves Falling Over →
• African Marigold Root Rot →