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4-H Horticulture Judging Contest

Beth Hinshaw
Extension Speclaist, SE
4-H Youth Development
K-State Research & Extension

620-496-8206

bhinshaw@ksu.edu

Marigold

Scientific Name: Tagetes erecta, T. patula

Category: Flowers and Foliages

Description:
Marigolds are tender annuals grown in beds or containers for their colorful flowers. Flower colors include white, yellow, gold, orange, rust, dark red and bi-colors. Foliage is a compound leaf.

 Marigold foliage

Marigold foliage

 Marigold plants

Marigold plants

 Marigold flower

Marigold flower

 Assorted colors of marigolds

Assorted colors of marigolds

Marigold foliage

Marigold foliage

Marigold transplants

Marigold transplants