Planting seeds in your garden in the spring, also called direct sowing or direct seeding, is a great way to get the season started. Unlike starting seeds indoors, you don’t need to worry about the ...

If you're wondering how to grow marigolds from seed, you're in good company. A favorite in gardens around the world, marigolds are full of color and bring a burst of summer cheer to any window box, ...

Are marigolds perennials or annuals? The answer is both. While most people grow them as annuals, a few types are perennials. Marigolds are in the genus Tagetes, from the sunflower family, and are ...

The name of the marigold flower is derived from “Mary’s Gold” and was used in reference to the Virgin Mary, according to the University of Dayton. The largest group of marigolds are named Tagetes.

Q: Is it too late to direct sow zinnia and marigold seeds in my garden? What other annual flowers can be planted in June? Zinnias and marigolds only take about eight weeks from seed planting to blooms ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. March is a turning point in the gardening calendar. After months of muted winter tones, the promise of bold, colorful blooms is ...