Marigold Flower Germination. 13012021 Marigold seed germination usually takes 5 to 7 days. Keep the soil moist and remove spent flower heads to promote continuous flowering.
When all chance of frost has passed you can transplant your marigolds in an outdoor hydroponic system if required. 02072020 Marigolds dont require deadheading but if dying blossoms are regularly removed it will encourage the plant to continue blooming profusely. Marigold seed germination generally takes 5 to 7 days.
Do not water marigolds from overhead.
Any good garden soil and a little water during dry spells should keep them happy as long as the soil is not too acidic. Flowering occurs in marigolds 45 to 50 days after planting according to West Virginia University. Garden centers also offer young marigold plants in celled packs of 6 or 8 plants for spring planting. If needed moisten the medium with a water-filled spray bottle to avoid washing away the Marigold seeds.