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Marsh Marigold

Caltha palustris

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Where to Plant

  • Sunlight: These golden beauties thrive in full sun, requiring at least 6 hours of direct light for the most prolific blooming. They will tolerate partial shade, but you will notice fewer flowers and a more leggy growth habit in deeper shade.
  • Soil: Think of the ideal spot as a permanently soggy area where other plants might struggle with "wet feet." They love rich, mucky soil high in organic matter; if you have heavy clay, mix in plenty of compost to help retain that essential moisture.

Watering Requirements

During the first year, you must keep the soil constantly saturated to help the root system anchor itself. Once established, Marsh Marigolds are exceptionally thirsty and should never be allowed to dry out, as even a brief dry spell can trigger early dormancy. If the soil becomes dry, the foliage will wilt and yellow prematurely to protect the crown.

Pruning Tips

Because these perennials bloom on old wood (growth from the previous season), avoid cutting them back in the fall or early spring. Instead, wait until the flowers fade in late spring to remove spent stems or any tattered leaves. This "clean up" helps the plant focus energy back into the roots for next year's display rather than producing seeds.

Fertilizer Needs

Apply a balanced, slow release fertilizer in early spring just as new green growth appears to fuel the intense blooming period. Avoid high nitrogen fertilizers late in the summer because this encourages tender new growth that cannot survive the winter freeze. A single application of an organic compost tea or a standard 10-10-10 formula is usually all these efficient feeders need.

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Moisture-Loving Buttercup Yellow Blooms Marsh Marigold!

  • Bright & Bold Yellow Flowers From April Into June!
  • Broad, Heart-Shaped Green Foliage
  • Mounded Perennial
  • Easy Care & Low Maintenance
  • Loves Wet Sites
  • Full Sun to Part Shade
  • Attracts Butterflies & Hummingbirds!

Bright yellow petal-like sepals with fancy pom-pom centers, the Marsh Marigold (Caltha palustris) has fantastically bold flowers that look like large Buttercups!

Handsome heart-shaped leaves with unique scallops and strong, hollow, branching stems. These native plants are natural inhabitants of marshy, wet sites and love moist soil.

A 12-18" tall perennial also known as Cowslip, these mounding herbaceous perennials attract loads of hummingbirds and butterflies!

How to Use Marsh Marigold In The Landscape

Rain gardens, pond and stream-side locations are perfect for these sunny blooms. Plant in moisture-controlled containers and water gardens for brilliant color.

That tough area where the gutters drain or that part shade perennial bed the HVAC system drains into, will suit Marsh Marigolds perfectly!

Blooming early spring, Marsh Marigold brightens wet meadows and naturalized woodlands.

#ProPlantTips For Care

Loving full sun and partial shade, Marsh Marigolds are not particular as long as their site is protected from drying out.

Organically rich, humus soil must be well-drained for best results. Although they tolerate occasionally muddy and boggy locations easily.

Cold hardy in growing zones 3-7, these members of the Buttercup family are natives of North America.

Sunny blooms and bold color on a hardy native wetland plant, you'll love the dainty Marsh Marigold! Order yours from Nature Hills today!

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