Overwintering guide
How to overwinter double marsh marigold
Winter watering
No winter watering needed in open ground. Containers only need water in long dry, frost-free spells.
The mistake that kills double marsh marigold in winter
Cutting double marsh marigold hard back in autumn "to tidy up". That removes the growth that shelters the crown, and on some plants removes next season's flower buds entirely.
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Overwintering double marsh marigold — FAQ
Does double marsh marigold need to come indoors for winter?
Double Marsh Marigold is hardy to roughly USDA zone 3 — winter lows around -40°C. That means it can stay outside all winter in most temperate gardens. Double Marsh Marigold is properly hardy and overwinters outside without fuss. Tidy away anything dead or diseased, apply a mulch over the crown to steady soil temperatures, and otherwise leave it alone — many hardy plants actually need a cold period to flower and grow well the following year. Save hard pruning for the right season rather than doing it in autumn.
When should I move double marsh marigold for winter?
Tidy and mulch in late autumn; leave the plant undisturbed until spring.
How often should I water double marsh marigold in winter?
No winter watering needed in open ground. Containers only need water in long dry, frost-free spells.
What kills double marsh marigold over winter?
Cutting double marsh marigold hard back in autumn "to tidy up". That removes the growth that shelters the crown, and on some plants removes next season's flower buds entirely.