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Mari-mums Shine in Early Fall

Close-up shot of yellow, orange, and two-toned marigold blooms of red and orange. (Photo by Gary Bachman

French marigolds have small blooms in a variety of colors and give Mississippi landscapes long-lasting fall color. (Photo by Gary Bachman)

Outdoor temperatures may shout summer is still here, but autumn colors are creeping into garden centers in the form of fall-flowering marigolds, sometimes called mari-mums. These hardy, warm-hued blooms are the perfect addition to your late summer landscape.

Video by Jonathan Parrish

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Or visit your local Extension office for tips about gardening in your area!

 

Posted on: August 21, 2018

 

 

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