I've heard some people say they don't like marigolds, but I think that they are a colorful flower that brightens up any yard. And an added bonus is they're very easy to grow.

I live in Tennessee. An old farmer told me to plant marigolds with my tomato plants and it would keep the bugs away (they don't like the smell) have done so for several years and it works!

The only ones I like are big pom pom ball ones. I never buy marigolds.

I have marigolds in my yard. The name fits them to a tee; they're merry gold!

Maigolds are such vibrant flowers that always remind me of summer. They are so easy to maintain and with regular waterings and lots of sun, they will grow to massive sizes and provide large bright blooms all the way til September. There is a variety of colors to choose from- red, orange, yellow, red-trimmed and orange trimmed to name a few and they are cheap to purchase and easy to plant. My personal favorite is a bed of marigolds with an Allyssum border. Fragrant and beautiful.