How to grow Marigolds from dry flowers?
This is the 13th post for  #BlogchatterA2Z 2021 powered by Blogchatter. M is for Marigold. Marigold or Genda is one of the most favoured flowers in India. They are widely used for making garlands and in religious rites and family festivities. The most outstanding feature is, it is easy and simple to grow! How to grow Marigolds from dry flowers? Here is the answer.
 These easy-care, bright blooms are vibrant and sunny in colour. Marigolds have flower heads that are produced individually or in bunches. Marigolds are known to repel insects, rabbits and other pests in the garden. They incline to bloom with a lot of sun. exposure. Marigolds are so easy to grow and maintain. For newbie gardeners, they are the best flower to plant.
For Diwali, last year, I made a Rangoli with Marigold. The flowers were a deep orange. After a couple of days, the flowers still looked good and I ripped up the petals.
How to grow Marigolds from dry flowers?
- Marigolds need loamy, well-drained soil
- I weeded and cleared the bed in my garden. This makes the spot well-disposed to the marigold plants grow without intrusion.
- Add some compost or manure. Before you plant, mix some organic vermin-compost or dry manure into the garden soil. This will boost the health of the marigolds and provide the nutrients they need to thrive.
- I made straight beds in my garden and lined them up with the petals
- Cover the petals with ¼ inch of soil. This will certify that the seeds aren’t exposed and will be able to grow.
- Do not use too much soil to cover the petals; it will be difficult for the flimsy seedlings to thrust out of the ground.
- Water the petals regularly. Check to see if the soil is dry or not. If it’s dry, lightly sprinkle the seeds with water. Carry on keeping the soil moist until the seeds sprout.
- Always water at the base instead of over the top of the plant. This would make the plants prone to mildew.
- Marigolds started sprouting within a week. The plants normally produce blooms in about 8-10 weeks.
Marigolds last for a week in water or dried floral arrangements. I usually place them in water.
My previous posts for #BlogchatterA2Z are Andhra Pachi Tomato Pachadi, Bourbon Cream Pudding, 5 reasons to use cast iron utensils, Egg Dosa  How to Make Fajitas, My First Visit to Goa  Healthy Garlicky Potato Wedges, Mango Mint Iced Tea, Travelogue on Kashmir and Tomato Pappu
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Such useful practical tips on taking care of seeds as they grow. Marigold is a very vibrant flower and instantly brightens your garden
Deepika Sharma
I do this every year. As these flowers are used at my place for puja daily, so I keep growing them in pots. Also, this is the best time before the rains to sow them. Marigolds are summer flowering annuals which are excellent for drying.
I love this post-it resonates.
I do not really have a green thumb but this Diwali I did exactly this- sprinkled the petals and the dried flowers in a small pot kept out in the balcony. Lo ! Behold! Beautiful bright marigolds made an appearance and gladdened our hearts!
Ok. I definitely didn’t realize it was this easy. Surprisingly don’t think we’ve ever grown them at home till date.
I have marigold flowers from Navratri celebrations, am surely trying your recommendations, I love these flowers a lot
Such a wonderful post. not just informative but decorative as well. would love to give this a shot
I’ve never tried growing marigolds from dried flowers. The process sounds simple enough. Will try this for sure.
One of my friends recently told me that she grew marigolds from dried flowers. Realizing it’s not that hard, I was also planning to grow them this year. Your post appeared at the right time. Thanks.
This is super easy and I will try as I just love marigold!!
Thank you so much Harjeet I wasn’t aware about this… Now I have my own garden and I am quite new to gardening so will try this for sure.
One of the reasons I love these flowers is how easily they grow and spread in the garden with that vibrant orange colour. Your gardening posts are so functional.
Thank you Leha..I take the easy route ..even in cooking 🙂
Wow, I learnt a new thing today. Growing Marigolds from dried petals is a helpful suggestion.
Beautiful post and beautiful visuals. I will try to grow one in a pot 😊
Oh! great.. I didn’t know about this. I am growing my marigold.
I was not aware of this harjeet thanks for putting this out in detail. Will do it next time
I admire your passion for gardening, Harjeet. Marigold is one of my favorites. I always make sure they embellish my garden with their vibrant presence. Thanks for bringing some helpful tips to grow it.
Wow I’ve never tried growing marigolds from dried flowers.Will try this for sure.
This post looked so vibrant ! And this was something I did not know at all. Marigolds are one of my favourite flowers and every year in Diwali I used it along with colour powders to make Rangoli. Your post is very helpful.
What a lovely post, just the pictures are brilliant