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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If your zucchini plants have suffered from aphids in previous years, adding marigolds to your garden can keep these troublesome pests away.
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Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 May 2026
For people who want rabbits to stay away from their property, the Humane Society suggested removing food and water sources, reducing shelter possibilities and taking advantage of rabbit-resistant plants, such as lavender, rosemary or marigolds.
—Becca Savransky, Idaho Statesman, 11 May 2026
Try Strong-Smelling Plants Consider planting some pest-deterring plants nearby, like alliums or marigolds.
—Samantha Johnson, Martha Stewart, 9 May 2026
On Saturdays, when the farmers market is in full swing just across the street, diners sink into velvet cushions amid planters filled with marigolds and butterflies.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 May 2026
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Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 May 2026
For people who want rabbits to stay away from their property, the Humane Society suggested removing food and water sources, reducing shelter possibilities and taking advantage of rabbit-resistant plants, such as lavender, rosemary or marigolds.
—Becca Savransky, Idaho Statesman, 11 May 2026
Try Strong-Smelling Plants Consider planting some pest-deterring plants nearby, like alliums or marigolds.
—Samantha Johnson, Martha Stewart, 9 May 2026
On Saturdays, when the farmers market is in full swing just across the street, diners sink into velvet cushions amid planters filled with marigolds and butterflies.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 May 2026
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“Marigold.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/marigold. Accessed 22 May. 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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