Marigolds provide a burst of orange, yellow, creamy white, and dark red hues and are part of the sunflower family. Their bright colors catch the eye and add cheer to any landscape. Marigolds are a genus of tagetes, about 50 species of annual herbs of the aster family (Asteraceae), native to southwestern North America, tropical America, and South America. The name marigold also refers to the pot marigold (genus Calendula) and unrelated plants of several families. Marigolds have an uplifting fragrance that captures the essence of summer. Its scent is characterized by a blend of citrusy, green, and subtly spicy notes, evoking warmth, positivity, and joy. Marigolds, called by other names such as Tagetes, Calendula officinalis, Ruddles, Marybud, Pot marigolds, Summer’s bride, and Husbandman’s dial, have edible petals. The petals are typically used as a culinary ingredient, but they have also been used for medicinal purposes in many cultures.