French Marigolds – Jaffery GOLD (Winter)

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French Marigolds, also known as “Jaffery” (Tagetes patula), are a delightful variety prized for their vibrant colors and easy care. Here’s a detailed guide for growing them in Pakistan:

Description:

French Marigolds “Jaffery” boast compact bushes adorned with an array of brilliant blooms in shades of orange, yellow, and red. Their fern-like foliage adds an extra layer of beauty, making them perfect for borders, containers, and flower beds.

Sowing Season:

In Pakistan, sow French Marigold “Jaffery” seeds from February to mid June, and September, October.

Soil:

Plant French Marigolds “Jaffery” in well-drained, fertile soil enriched with organic matter. They thrive in slightly acidic to neutral pH (6.0-7.0).

Transplantation:

Transplant the seedlings once 3-4″ long.

Care:

– Provide full sun exposure (at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day).

– Water regularly, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.

– Mulch around plants to retain moisture and suppress weed growth.

– Pinch off spent flowers to promote continuous blooming.

– Fertilize every 4-6 weeks with a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer.

Tips for Getting More Flowers:

– Regularly deadhead faded blooms to encourage new flower production.

– Maintain consistent soil moisture to support healthy growth and abundant flowering.

– Provide adequate spacing between plants for good air circulation, which can help prevent disease and promote flower production.

Propagation from Cuttings:

French Marigolds “Jaffery” can be propagated from stem cuttings. Take 4-6 inch cuttings from healthy plants, remove the lower leaves, and plant them in moist, well-draining soil. Keep the soil consistently moist until roots develop.

Deadheading for prolonged Flowering:

Remove spent flowers by pinching or cutting them off just above a set of leaves. Deadheading redirects the plant’s energy into producing more flowers rather than seed production, prolonging the blooming period.

Saving Seeds:

Allow some flowers to remain on the plant until they develop seed heads. Once the seed heads are dry and brown, carefully collect the seeds and store them in a cool, dry place for the next growing season.

With proper care and attention, French Marigolds “Jaffery” will reward you with a profusion of colorful blooms, adding beauty and charm to your garden while naturally repelling pests.