Velvety flower of the plant seeds of the Tagetes

The velvet marigold flower is one of the strong flowers that withstand high temperatures, as a warm climate is always the best for its healthy growth. The optimal temperature for its cultivation is 25 degrees Celsius, so it is preferable to plant it in early spring or autumn. The plant of the velvet marigold flower Tagetes erecta. The velvet marigold flower is considered one of the most beautiful flowers that your eye may fall upon, as it has this velvety texture that gives it a lovely shape that is pleasing to the soul. Origin of the velvet marigold flower: The origin of the velvet marigold flower dates back to two places, where there are the French flower and the African flower. It is considered one of the flowers that grow and thrive in specific seasons. Despite that, it is a strong, highly resilient flower, which is why garden owners often prefer to plant it always, as it withstands severe summer heat. It also has many health and aesthetic benefits. Description of the types of velvet marigold flower: The velvet marigold flowers vary into several types, differing in color and height. Some of them range from yellow to white and also orange. The marigold has two types: the African type, which can reach a diameter of 11 cm, while the flower’s height can reach 100 cm. The French type is slightly smaller, with a flower diameter of about 7 cm, and its overall height does not exceed 30 cm, and it may be even shorter. Despite that, the French marigold is considered the most tolerant to conditions and heat, and it is also the most widespread due to its ability to live and bloom abundantly. Method of cultivating the velvet marigold flower: As mentioned, the velvet marigold flower is one of the strong flowers that withstand high temperatures, as a warm climate is always the best for its healthy growth. The optimal temperature for planting it is 25 degrees Celsius, so it is preferable to plant it in early spring or autumn to control the healthy growth of the flower. The seeds of the marigold are small rods about 1 cm long, which can be planted traditionally in usual planting pots. Germination will begin shortly, within about six days. When the plant reaches about 10 cm in height, it can then be transferred to garden soil, with about 20 cm distance between each plant, to give the flower the opportunity to spread in the garden, thanks to its rapid flowering and spreading in the place where it is planted. The nice thing is that marigold plants and their flowers will not need to be planted again, as the velvet marigold flower will remain perennial in your garden for the upcoming seasons.