Swamp Marigold Seeds
Swamp Marigold Seeds
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Bring the essence of autumn to your garden with Swamp Marigold Seeds, and let the golden glow of these blooms become the highlight of your outdoor sanctuary. What's even more remarkable is its versatility - not confined by hardiness zones, these seeds act as perennial companions, effortlessly reseeding themselves and gracing your garden year after year.
Specifications:
- Color: Yellow
- Plant Seeds: Outdoors after frost / Indoors weeks before the last frost
- Plant Height: 36 - 60"
- Plant Spacing: 18 - 24"
- Bloom Time: Fall
- Hardiness Zone: N/A (but reseeds itself easily, so it acts like a perennial in all zones)
- Light Requirements: Sun - Part Shade
- Soil & Water Preferences: Average - Moist
- Quantity: 200 Seeds
Package Includes:
- Seeds, Ziplock Poly bag labeled with color photo, Plant Stats, Planting Instructions
- Historical context: Swamp Marigold, also known as Caltha palustris, is a perennial plant that has been known and used for centuries. It is also commonly referred to as Marsh Marigold or Kingcup.
- Geographical origination: Swamp Marigold is native to temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere, including North America, Europe, and Asia.
- Relevant cultural significance: In many cultures, Swamp Marigold has been used in traditional medicine and folklore. For example, in the British Isles, it was believed to have protective properties against witches.
- Time period of discovery: The exact time period of discovery is not known, but it has been recognized and used since ancient times.
- Original habitat: Swamp Marigold naturally grows in wet, marshy environments such as swamps, fens, ditches, and wet woods.
- Notable historical uses: Historically, the plant has been used for medicinal purposes, as a yellow dye, and in some regions, as a food source after proper preparation.
- Ideal temperature range: Swamp Marigold prefers a cool to moderate temperature range and can tolerate frost.
- Soil type: It thrives in moist, rich, and well-drained soil with a pH range from 6.0 to 7.5.
- Sunlight requirements: The plant prefers full sun to partial shade.
- Watering needs: As a marsh plant, Swamp Marigold requires consistent moisture and can even tolerate standing water.
- Planting season: The best time to plant Swamp Marigold seeds is in the spring or fall.
- Germination time: Seeds typically germinate in 2-4 weeks.
- Growth cycle duration: Swamp Marigold is a perennial plant, meaning it can live for more than two years, blooming in the spring and early summer.
- Common pests and diseases: Swamp Marigold is generally resistant to pests and diseases, but can occasionally be affected by slugs and snails.
- Companion planting advice: Swamp Marigold pairs well with other moisture-loving plants such as ferns, irises, and cattails.
- Common challenges and solutions: One common challenge is maintaining the high moisture levels that Swamp Marigold requires. This can be mitigated by planting in a naturally wet area or by regular watering.
- Nutritional values: While not typically consumed for its nutritional value, Swamp Marigold is known to contain vitamin C.
- Health benefits: Historically, the plant has been used to treat various ailments, including skin diseases, warts, and as a diuretic. However, it should be noted that all parts of the plant are toxic if ingested raw.
- Culinary uses: After proper preparation, which includes boiling in multiple changes of water, the leaves can be eaten as a type of greens.
- Medicinal uses: In traditional medicine, Swamp Marigold has been used to treat skin diseases and warts. It has also been used as a diuretic.
- Other unique advantages: Swamp Marigold is a beautiful plant that can add color to wet, marshy areas of a garden. It is also beneficial for pollinators like bees and butterflies.
