Marigold is a much-loved and well-known plant. Marigold is also known as Goldins, Jack-On-Horseback, Mary's Gold, Pot Marigold, Rod's Gold, Ruddes, Ruddles, Scotch Marigold, Souvenir, Goldes, Goldings, Golds, Marybuds, Yellow Goldes. Less well-known is that the petals can be eaten. Add them to salads and soups as an edible splash of color. In natural medicine, marigold is used as an anti-inflammatory and wound-healing remedy. Marigold ointment can be used for minor burns, abrasions, and other minor skin problems. These easy-to-grow plants deserve a place in every garden and border. People without a garden can also enjoy this plant, as it easily grows in flowerpots and containers on balconies. Marigold is very popular with bees, butterflies, hoverflies, and other beneficial insects. Remove spent flowers regularly. Marigold flowers from May till October. Non hardy annual.
