Marigolds

A hardworking and heat-loving, marigolds have sturdy stems, generous blooms, and colors that range from soft cream and buttery yellow to gold, tangerine, rust, and deep orange. These cheerful little overachievers bring bold color, rich texture, and a wonderfully nostalgic garden feel to summer and fall arrangements. Depending on the variety, expect everything from fluffy pom-pom blooms to smaller accent flowers that play beautifully with zinnias, basil, celosia, and all the other warm-season showoffs. Marigolds thrive in full sun, handle heat like professionals, and keep producing when many other flowers start questioning their life choices. Harvest when blooms are fully open but still fresh and firm for the best vase life. Excellent for fresh cuts, pollinators, borders, companion planting, and bright seasonal bouquets. Annual.