How-to Grow: Tashkent Marigolds

How-to Grow: Tashkent Marigolds

Here are easy-to-follow growing instructions for Tashkent Marigolds using natural farming practices:

1. Choose a sunny spot: Tashkent Marigolds need at least 6 hours of direct sunlight a day.
2. Prepare the soil: Remove any weeds and adding organic compost or well-rotted manure. Tashkent Marigolds thrive in well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter.
3. Sow the seeds: Sow directly in the ground, or start them indoors in pots and transplant them when they are large enough to handle.
4. Space the seeds or seedlings: Space plants about 10 to 12 inches apart, as Tashkent Marigolds can grow up to 18 inches tall.
5. Water the plants: Water regularly, making sure the soil is consistently moist but not waterlogged. In hot and dry weather, you may need to water more frequently.
6. Fertilize: Fertilize Tashkent Marigold plants once a month with a balanced organic fertilizer, such as an all-purpose vegetable fertilizer.
7. Deadhead: Remove the spent flowers regularly to encourage continuous blooming.
8. Keep an eye out: Watch for pests and diseases and treat them with natural solutions, such as neem oil or companion planting, before they get out of control.

By following these simple steps, you should have a beautiful and healthy Tashkent Marigold garden in no time!