marigold
noun
mari·gold
ˈmer-ə-ˌgōld 
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: any of a genus (Tagetes) of composite herbs with showy usually yellow, orange, or maroon flower heads
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Add marigolds, foxglove, or sweet peas nearby to increase the number of bumblebees in the garden.
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Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 16 June 2026
The Blossom, on the other hand, was just a lovely drink, garnished with an edible marigold and simply refreshing.
—Louisa Kung Liu Chu, Chicago Tribune, 16 June 2026
Try some French marigolds, short snapdragon varieties, or begonias.
—Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 June 2026
Pair with a container of dwarf marigolds to repel pests.
—Blythe Copeland, Martha Stewart, 12 June 2026
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Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 16 June 2026
The Blossom, on the other hand, was just a lovely drink, garnished with an edible marigold and simply refreshing.
—Louisa Kung Liu Chu, Chicago Tribune, 16 June 2026
Try some French marigolds, short snapdragon varieties, or begonias.
—Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 June 2026
Pair with a container of dwarf marigolds to repel pests.
—Blythe Copeland, Martha Stewart, 12 June 2026
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marigold
noun
mari·gold
ˈmar-ə-ˌgōld
ˈmer-
: any of a genus of tropical American herbs related to the daisies and grown for their showy yellow or red and yellow flower heads
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