Flowers are usually planted in the spring, but we recommend sowing marigold seeds in autumn, specifically in November. Here’s why it’s a better time to plant them and how to do it properly.
Why plant marigolds in autumn?
Marigolds are a beautiful flower that not only enhances the garden with their vibrant colors but also provides practical benefits. Marigolds help protect other plants from pests. They begin to bloom in spring and continue until late autumn.
How to sow marigold seeds correctly:
- After the first frost, pull up the marigold bushes and use them as shelter for other plants.
- Collect the seed pods before covering the garden beds with the marigold bushes.
- Prepare the beds by loosening the soil and creating a small depression to sow the seeds.
- Sprinkle a mixture of humus and soil over the seeds.
- Leave the bed undisturbed until spring.
By planting marigolds in autumn, you also help disinfect the soil. Simply scatter the marigold bushes throughout the garden and dig them up in the fall. This helps keep the soil healthy for the next planting season.
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