Red velvet marigold flower seeds

The velvet marigold is a plant characterized by its beautiful flowers that are orange or yellow in color, where it is widely cultivated in streets and along roadsides. It was named velvet because of its texture that resembles velvet fabric and also for its softness. Its scent is pleasant, and its flowers are harvestable. It is used for decoration and interior home decor. Scientific name: Tagetes erecta. Family: Asteraceae, and it has multiple varieties. Type: It is an annual perennial plant. Native origin: Latin America. Other names: French marigold. Height: Its height ranges from 8 to 36 inches (20 to 90 cm). Environmental conditions: It needs a warm climate to grow properly, meaning it grows at temperatures above 25 degrees Celsius. Exposure: Full sun. Blooming: From May to September. Planting time: In early spring between April and May, and in autumn. Method of planting: When planting by seeds, first place them in a protected place during February and March, then transfer them to a larger pot once in April before placing them in their final location in May, leaving 20 cm between each plant to give the flowers a chance to grow, as their flowers grow quickly and remain perennial in your garden throughout the season. To stimulate the growth of new flowers, regularly remove the wilted (dead) flowers. Watering: In case of extreme heat or as soon as the surface soil dries out. Its benefits: For decoration, and used in traditional medicine. Its essential oil is used for its antibacterial properties. It is also used to combat a large number of insects such as ants, aphids, or whiteflies. In fact, its strong scent is a natural repellent for these garden pests.