CATEGORY – Seasonal

UOM – Each

SAPLING DESCRIPTION

1.Number of saplings in a net pot – 1
2.Sapling Height – 4 to 6 inches
3.Watering – Water when the top inch of soil feels dry
4.Sunlight – Full sunlight

PLANT DESCRIPTION

1.Difficulty Level – Very easy
2.Full Plant Height – 1 to 3 feet (varies by variety)
3.Leaves Color – Bright green, pinnate with small leaflets
4.Flowers – Ball-shaped or ruffled flowers in orange, yellow, and gold
5.Type – Outdoor seasonal flowering plant
6.Feed – Compost or vermicompost monthly
7.Watering – Moderate; allow soil to dry slightly between waterings
8.Soil – Well-draining, moderately fertile soil
9.Sunlight – Full sun for best flowering
10.Suitable Temperature – 65°F–95°F (18°C–35°C)

HOW TO PLANT A SAPLING

1.Select a sunny site with well-drained soil.
2.Dig a hole slightly larger than the net pot.
3.Place the sapling (with net pot) into the hole.
4.Cover with soil and press lightly around the base.
5.Water thoroughly after planting.

ALTERNATE NAMES

1.Botanical name: Marigold spp.
2.Common names: Marigold, Genda Flower
3.Hindi: गेंदा फूल (Gendā Phool)
4.Tamil: செங்கழுநீர் (Cenkaḻunīr)
5.Telugu: గన్నేరు పువ్వు (Ganneru Puvvu)
6.Kannada: ಗುಲ್ಗುಂಡಿ ಹೂವು (Gulgundi Hoovu)
7.Marathi: झेंडू फूल (Jhendu Phul)
8.Malayalam: ചെണ്ടുമലർ (Ceṇṭumalar)