Corn Marigold

Chrysanthemum segetum, Asteraceae

Zones

4–9

Layer

Herbaceous

Lifespan

Annual

Growth

Fast

Guild Roles

Pollinator AttractorBeneficial Insect HabitatGround Cover

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Low (established)Moderate (seedling)

Soil pH

6 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Chinese Forget-Me-NotCynoglossum amabile

Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat

Sickle-leaf Hoary PeaTephrosia falciformis

Nitrogen FixationPollinator Sharing

Burr MedicMedicago polymorpha

Nitrogen FixationPest Deterrent

SourcloverMelilotus indicus

Nitrogen FixationPollinator Sharing

Silver Leaf DesmodiumDesmodium uncinatum

Nitrogen FixationPest Deterrent

British YellowheadInula britannica

Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

Pink TickseedCoreopsis rosea

Asteraceae species can compete intensely for light and exhibit allelopathic interference

Uses

Functions

Beneficial Insect HabitatSummer Cover CropPollinator SupportPest Management

Edible Parts

FlowersLeaves

Common Questions

What zones does Corn Marigold grow in?

Corn Marigold grows in USDA hardiness zones 4 through 9.

What are good companion plants for Corn Marigold?

Good companions for Corn Marigold include Chinese Forget-Me-Not, Sickle-leaf Hoary Pea, Burr Medic, Sourclover, Silver Leaf Desmodium.

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