Tagetes sp. (Marigold)

Tagetes sp. (Marigold) orange and red flower close up showing detailed ruffled petal edges.
Tagetes sp. (Marigold) flower with orange and red petals against a backdrop of green leaves.

Botanical name: Tagetes sp.

Common name: Marigold

Family: Asteraceae

Origin: Mexico, South America

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 2-11

Plant type: Spice or herb
Small plant 2-5 ftPlant form: Small
Plant mature sizeMature height: 2-5 ft
Full sunSemi-shadeSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade
Subtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short timeCold tolerance: Tolerates light freezing to about 30°F for short periods (mature plants). Young plants must be protected.
Watering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWatering: Regular; moderate
White, off-white flowersRed, crimson, vinous flowersYellow, orange flowersFlower color: White and off-white; red, crimson, vinous; yellow, orange
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Fragrant plantFragrance: Fragrant; perfume plant
Plant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsWildlife: Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds
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Tagetes sp. is a genus of annual and perennial herbs native to the Americas, recognized for their aromatic foliage and bright composite flower heads in yellow, orange, and red shades.

What defines the genus Tagetes?

Species within Tagetes form upright, branching plants with finely divided leaves and strong scent, adapting well to warm seasons and open sunny sites. They show broad variation in size, from compact bedding forms to taller ornamental types, and are widely used for borders, pollinator gardens, and seasonal displays.

They prefer full sun, well drained soil, and regular moisture without waterlogging. Flowering is abundant in warm weather with consistent deadheading. Although heat tolerant, they are sensitive to frost and should be treated as warm season annuals in most climates. Suitable for USDA Zones 9-11 as tender perennials and commonly grown as annuals elsewhere.

Similar plants: Tagetes sp. (Marigold)


Image gallery: 20 images
Tagetes sp. (Marigold) yellow flower with pink speckles, close up of layered petals.
Tagetes erecta 'Vanilla'
Tagetes sp. (Marigold) yellow flower cluster covering the green foliage in a close up.
Tagetes tenuifolia
Tagetes sp. (Marigold) orange flower, close up of multiple round petals on the plant.
Tagetes sp. (Marigold) orange flower with rounded petals in a dense cluster on the plant.
Tagetes sp. (Marigold) cream and purple flower, close up showing layered petals in sunlight.
Tagetes sp. (Marigold) flower petals with cream and purple tones captured in a close up.
Tagetes sp. (Marigold) cream and purple flower, close up shot of petals with edges
Tagetes 'Vanilla'
Tagetes sp. (Marigold) yellow flower close up with many small layered soft petals.
Tagetes sp. (Marigold) yellow flower cluster with thin green leaves and tight round buds.
Tagetes sp. (Marigold) orange red flower cluster, many dense petals on green plant foliage
Tagetes sp. (Marigold) orange red flower clusters surrounded by lush green serrated foliage.
Tagetes sp. (Marigold) orange flower close up against a light wall background
Tagetes sp. (Marigold) orange flower cluster with narrow green leaves in a dark pot
Tagetes sp. (Marigold) orange flower close up with a small black bumblebee visiting it
Tagetes 'Fantastic'
Tagetes sp. (Marigold) orange yellow red flower cluster showing ruffled petals in a close up
Tagetes sp. (Marigold) multi-colored flower group with dense layers of orange, yellow, and red petals.
Tagetes sp. (Marigold) plant with yellow flowers nestled among deep green, thin, feathery foliage.
Tagetes sp. (Marigold) flowers blanket the ground in a dense spread of vibrant yellow petals.
Tagetes sp. (Marigold) orange flower close up showing ruffled petals and lush green leaves.
Tagetes sp. (Marigold) orange flower with ruffled petals alongside deep green foliage.
Tagetes sp. (Marigold) orange and yellow flower clusters covering the small green plant
Tagetes sp. (Marigold) plant with many orange and yellow flowers among green serrated leaves.
Tagetes sp. (Marigold) orange flower cluster with dense ruffled petals and green feathery leaves
Tagetes erecta
Tagetes sp. (Marigold) yellow and orange flowers in a cluster, a close up view
Tagetes sp. (Marigold) with many ruffled orange and yellow flowers nestled among deep green foliage.
Tagetes sp. (Marigold) yellow flower close up with thin petals and green leaves
Tagetes 'Fantastic'
Tagetes sp. (Marigold) red and yellow flower close up with green foliage background
Tagetes patula
Tagetes sp. (Marigold) orange and red flower close up within green foliage plant.
Tagetes sp. (Marigold) orange and red flower clusters nestled among dense green pinnate leaves.
Tagetes sp. (Marigold) orange flower close up with green leaves in the background.
Tagetes sp. (Marigold) flower with layered orange petals and ruffled edges under clear natural light.
Tagetes sp. (Marigold) yellow and maroon flower close up with green foliage background
Tagetes sp. (Marigold) flower with striped yellow and maroon petals above green textured leaves.


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