Whether planted in containers, used in masses in annual beds, tucked between perennials, or planted between the rows in vegetable Gardens, marigolds remain one of the best sources of long-lasting summer color. Marigolds present many choices for use in the Garden, because they come in so many heights, flower shapes and colors.
Heights range from six inches to three feet.
Flower shapes vary from single to frilled, to massive round balls. Many shades of yellow and gold, orange, ivory, mahogany and bicolor blooms are available. The African marigolds contain the tallest varieties. They're the ones with the large pompon-type flowers, but some plants can be as short as twelve inches. The French marigolds consist of the more dwarf varieties, growing to a height of six to twelve inches.