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Write the commercial cultivation of marigold with respect to soil and climate, varieties, propagation method, planting distance, major insects, pests and diseases. |
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Answer» Commercial cultivation of marigold: Soil: Marigold can be cultivated in a wide variety of soils. A deep fertile, friable soil having good water holding capacity and aeration is suitable for its cultivation. Sandy loam soil with a pH of 7.0-7.5 having good drainage is most preferred. Climate: The environmental conditions markedly influence the growth and flowering of marigold. Mild temperature during growing period greatly improved flowering. Climate: The environmental conditions markedly influence the growth and flowering of marigold. Mild temperature during growing period greatly improved flowering. Propagation method: Mostly through seeds and in some varieties by cuttings. Planting distance: Generally distance between rows is kept 45-60 cm and from plant to plant it is 30-45 cm. Insect pests: Red spider mite, hairy caterpillars and leaf hoppers Diseases: Damping off, Leaf spots and blight, flower bud rot and viral diseases. |
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