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Marigold Seeds

Brand: Oncrop Agro Sciences (Home-a-Garden Series)
Variety: Marigold (Tagetes erecta / Tagetes patula)
Vibrant & Bright Blooms: Yields dense, compact, bright orange and yellow flowers that bring vibrant color to home gardens and balconies.
Natural Pest Repellent: Functions as a natural companion plant that deters common garden pests like nematodes, aphids, and whiteflies.
Make in India: 100% home-grown seed stock conditioned for Indian climate and soil conditions.

Feature	Details
Scientific Name	Tagetes spp.
Category	Flower Seeds / Home Garden
Sowing Season	Year-round (Best during Rainy, Autumn, and Early Summer)
Sunlight	Full Sun (Requires 6–8 hours of direct sunlight)
Germination Rate	75%+ tested quality
Germination Time	5 to 10 days
Maturity / Flowering Time	45 to 60 days after transplanting

Soil Preparation: Use well-draining garden soil mixed with organic compost or vermicompost. Marigolds prefer slightly acidic to neutral soil (pH 6.0–7.0) with good aeration.
Sowing: Sow seeds 0.25 inches deep in seedling trays or nursery beds. Lightly cover with fine soil and keep moist.
Watering: Water moderately at the base of the plant. Avoid overwatering or splashing water on leaves and flower heads to prevent fungal diseases.
Spacing & Care: Transplant seedlings (3–4 inches tall) into garden beds or 8-to-10-inch pots, keeping 10–12 inches spacing between plants. Pinch off early buds to encourage bushier growth and more blooms.

Quick Blooming: Fast-growing floral variety that begins blooming within two months of planting.
Versatile Decor: Perfect for pot cultivation, balcony railings, garden borders, and traditional festive decorations.
Low Maintenance: Highly adaptable to varying weather conditions, requiring minimal upkeep once established.