How to Grow Marigold French Bonita Mix
Tagetes patula 'Bonita Mix'
Your complete guide to growing Marigold French Bonita Mix.
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| Zone | Start Indoors | Direct Sow | Harvest |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zone 1 | May – June | July – September | — |
| Zone 2 | April – May | June – August | — |
| Zone 3 | April – May | June – August | — |
| Zone 4 | March – April | June – July | — |
| Zone 5 | March – April | May – July | — |
| Zone 6 | March – April | May – July | — |
| Zone 7 | February – March | April – June | — |
| Zone 8 | February – March | April – June | — |
| Zone 9 | January – February | March – May | — |
| Zone 10 | January | February – April | — |
| Zone 11 | January | January – March | — |
| Zone 12 | January | January – March | — |
| Zone 13 | January | January – March | — |
Companion Plants for Marigold French Bonita Mix
✓ Good companions
Both plants repel similar pests and basil benefits from marigold's pest-deterrent properties
Marigolds help repel carrot flies and other root pests
Marigolds repel cucumber beetles and other harmful insects
Marigolds deter aphids and provide light shade for cool-season lettuce
Both serve as trap crops for aphids and attract beneficial insects
Marigolds deter aphids, spider mites, and other pests that damage pepper plants
Marigolds repel nematodes, aphids, and whiteflies that commonly attack tomatoes
Both attract beneficial pollinators and have similar growing requirements
✗ Keep away from
Marigolds can inhibit bean growth through root secretions and allelopathic compounds
French marigolds may stunt growth of brassicas like cabbage, broccoli, and kale
Strong allelopathic properties inhibit marigold growth and most other garden plants
