Nematode Control Marigold

Root-knot nematodes are common pests of many vegetables and flowers. Marigolds can be effective against them as a trap crop by planting them as a cover crop and then tilling them into the soil as green manure. In areas with short growing seasons, they should be planted in the previous season or 3-4 months before planting vegetable crops. Sow 1oz. per 1000sq. ft.  1 ounce PLANTING Tagetes patula Annual  Germination: 7-10 days Germination Temperature: Optimum soil temperatures 70-75ºF. Seed Planting Depth: Sow on the surface and lightly cover Sowing Outdoors: Starting a week or two before the last frost date into early summer  Growth Habit: Upright  Height and Width: 36-40” x 18-24” Spacing: 8-15" apart Light Needs:  Full sun Soil Needs:  Average, well-drained soil Approximate days to flower from seed: 60-70 days Uses: Flower beds, containers, and planters