Growing Marigolds In Brisbane
Growing marigolds in Brisbane = good idea!
This spring/summer I grew a big garden bed full of flowers at my new community garden plot. I divided it between 3 different flowers: zinnias, marigolds and dahlias, and I want to take a moment for the beauty of the marigolds!
Growing marigolds in Brisbane is a great idea because they can thrive out in the full, hot sun situation that is Brisbane from September onwards. I think that for years they have been denigrated or considered a passe sort of flower, but I love that the humble marigold is having a renaissance. I’m really happy with how they turned out!
And If you’re looking for other flowers to grow in Brisbane, check out my Seasonal Planting Calendar below too!
The bright orange marigolds I grew in my Brisbane garden plot, most surprisingly, they smelled amazing!
Growing Marigolds In Brisbane
Best time to grow: marigolds like hot weather so anytime from September to April.
How many plants needed: I planted about 10 this year, but even 1-2 marigolds will produce many flowers.
Growing marigold seedlings: I planted all of marigolds from seed, they can be a little slow to get going at the start, so be patient!
This variety is the French marigold
Two great summer flowers together: zinnia and marigold
Looking for more info? Check out my 2024 Growing Sunflowers Guide or 5 More Summer Flowers To Plant In Brisbane.
