Today the McAllenâEdinburgâMission metropolitan area is one of the fastest growing metropolitan areas in the United States, The introduction of the maquiladora economy and the North American Free Trade Association led to a boom in international trade, cross-border commerce with Mexico, and health care.
Depending on the variety, marigolds can grow 8 to 40 inches tall, and develop blooms that can range in size from 1 to 5 inches. For germination within about five to 10 days, start the seeds indoors six weeks before the last spring frost and expose them to ideal conditions.Start marigold seeds in a seed-starting flat that's filled up until 3/4 inch from the top with sterile, moist, seed-starting mix.Sprinkle the seeds on top of the medium and sow them at a depth that equals two to four times the diameter of the seeds.or germination within about five to 10 days, start the seeds indoors six weeks before the last spring frost and expose them to ideal conditions. Start marigold seeds in a seed-starting flat that's filled up until 3/4 inch from the top with sterile, moist, seed-starting mix.
Choose a sunny location for fastest flowering; marigolds do fine in up to 20 percent shade, but take longer to bloom. Use a small garden rake to break up soil, and remove any weeds or rocks. Place seeds 6 inches apart. Cover with 1/4 inch of fine soil. Tamp down lightly, and soak gently so that seeds aren't displaced.