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5
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Wow!,
October 18, 2009
Submitted by walker65
from Columbus, Ohio
"This was the first year planting anything here. Wasn't sure if anything would grow in a heavy clay mix. Did these marigolds ever grow! The ones closest to my kitchen window were over 6' tall. Loads of blooms all summer, and even now after 2 light frosts I still have flowers and lots of greenery. I direct sowed and then just let them go naturally. These are hardy little flowers that can take the elements full force without blinking an eye. I look forward to growing them next year."
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Reviewer Information
Would recommend: Yes
Type of gardening:
Small Garden
Gardening skill:
Moderately skilled
State of residence:
OH
Types of plants:
Flowers
Gardening experience:
5-10 years
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Required for organic,
June 6, 2008
Submitted by Mater
from Goleta, CA
"For years I have fought off white flies, caterpillars, and japanese beatles, to name a few. Three years ago, I started planting these marigolds between rows of vegetables and the pest count is way down. Soil pests are almost completely eliminated. It won't keep away slugs, snails and such, but the soil and airborn pests seem to hate this wonderful little flower. These plants grow tall and will shade some heat-loving vegetables, so don't plant too close to low growing heat-lovers. Great for planting around lettuce and other vegetables that actually like a little shade from the mid-day sun. Stop spraying. Plant marigolds!"
4 of 4 people found this review helpful.
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Reviewer Information
Would recommend: Yes
Type of gardening:
Small Garden
Gardening skill:
Very skilled
State of residence:
CA
Types of plants:
Vegetables
Gardening experience:
10+ years
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