Keeping a Child's Marigold Alive Indoors

Marigolds Are Outdoor Annuals

• Upright, full-sun, frost-tender, die after one season.
• Won't survive indoors long-term, even in winter.

Best Compromise

Pot in shallow container with white alyssum (around) and purple bacopa (trailing). Place in sun, water generously when dry, deadhead for more blooms. Enjoy while it lasts; save seeds for spring.

Teaching Moment

Plants need their preferred conditions. Use this to explore gardening together with your son.