Marigold
Tagetes
Dense, ruffled pompons in fiery gold and orange, rich with cultural meaning and warm color.
Marigolds glow. Their tightly packed, ruffled heads come in intense yellows, oranges, and rusts, and they carry a distinctive earthy scent that has long been valued in gardens and ceremonies. They bring warmth and saturation that few other flowers match.
They hold a central place in celebrations such as Day of the Dead and many South Asian festivals and weddings, where they are strung into garlands and scattered in abundance.
What Marigold means
Warmth, remembrance, and the beauty found in the sun — a flower that honors the departed in many cultures.
Care tips
Strip lower foliage, which has the strongest scent, and change the water often for the best vase life.
Good for these occasions
Find a local florist who can arrange marigold for:
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