Are marigolds and marigold flowers the same?
Let me tell you about whether marigolds and marigold flowers are the same, as well as the symbolism and green plant knowledge of marigold flowers. Here is a detailed introduction.
The herbaceous flower I am going to share with you is "marigold," which is often confused with chrysanthemums, and some friends can't tell the difference. Usually, the marigold plant is shorter, while the chrysanthemum plant can grow taller.
The above image is a potted marigold.
The leaves of marigolds and chrysanthemums differ the most, with marigold leaves being rounder and elliptical, while chrysanthemum leaves are longer and more slender, with sharp锯齿 edges. Their blooming periods also differ, with marigolds usually blooming in spring, summer, and autumn, while chrysanthemums usually only produce flowers in summer and autumn.
The above image is a potted chrysanthemum.
Recently, while strolling outside, I saw a marigold growing in a crack in the rock, and I felt its vitality was so strong. Why is it that when we grow it in a pot, it easily turns yellow and withers? The most fundamental reason is temperature; it fears heat, and in the summer, high temperatures can easily cause leaf wilt.
The above image is a marigold growing in a crack in the rock.
Marigold flowers are usually yellow or orange and can bloom continuously from spring to autumn. They prefer a mild and cool environment and are particularly afraid of heat and cold. They grow better in a cool and humid environment.
Are marigolds and marigold flowers the same?
The above image is marigolds planted at the edge of a flower bed.
Marigolds have now become a type of economic crop, very suitable for making various nutritional supplements or cosmetics. Their ornamental value is often overlooked, but they are actually very beautiful as potted plants.
A long time ago, marigolds were often used in garden arrangements and urban绿化, but now they are less common and have been replaced by chrysanthemums.
Marigold seedlings.
Marigolds are now less common because they are difficult to grow. They are afraid of heat, but most parts of our country are very hot in the summer, so marigolds are not easy to grow.
The best growing temperature for marigolds is between 7 to 20 degrees Celsius. They prefer moderate cold and cool seedlings and have low cold resistance. Once they grow strong, they have moderate cold resistance, and they can survive as long as the temperature is above two degrees Celsius.
Marigolds are afraid of heat, and if the temperature is too high in full sunlight, such as above 30 degrees Celsius, they can easily get sunburned. In winter, when the sunlight is not as strong, more light can be provided so that the plants can grow strong and maintain growth for several years. If it's too cold in winter, it can directly lead to root and stem rot and leaf yellowing.