Marsh Marigold

Caltha palustris

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Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:

Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements

Container Plant Sizes

Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.

Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)

Container Size	Actual Volume	Metric Equivalent
2" x 2" x 3"	0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts	0.20 - 0.23 dry liters
4" Container	0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts	0.35 - 0.96 dry liters
4.5" Container	0.65 dry quarts	0.72 dry liters
6" Container	1.4 dry quarts	1.59 dry liters
1 Quart	1 dry quart	1.1 dry liters
5.5" Container	1.89 dry quarts	2.08 dry liters

Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)

Container Size	Actual Volume	Metric Equivalent
2 Quart	2 dry quarts	2.2 dry liters
#1 Container	2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts	2.49 - 4.11 dry liters
5" x 5" x 12"	3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts	3.85 - 4.74 dry liters

Mature Plants (2-4 years old)

Container Size	Actual Volume	Metric Equivalent
#2 Container	1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons	5.24 - 7.75 dry liters
#3 Container	2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons	8.14 - 12.16 dry liters

Large Plants (3-5 years old)

Container Size	Actual Volume	Metric Equivalent
#5 Container	2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons	12.86 - 20.35 dry liters
#6 Container	5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons	23.12 - 26.42 dry liters
#7 Container	5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons	26.34 - 28.76 dry liters

Bare Root Plants

Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.

Common Sizes:

Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet

Important Notes

Container Volume Specifications

Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents

Growing Conditions

Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment

Seasonal Availability

Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
Container plants are available throughout the growing season
Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes

Questions?

For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.

Plant Profile & Growing Essentials

Cold hardy, Native, Flowering, Wet Soils, Clay Tolerant, and Attracts pollinators

Specifications

Botanical Name

Caltha palustris
Height

1-2 ft
Width

1 ft
Growing Zones

3-7
Sunlight
- Full sun
Growth Rate

Moderate
Flower Color
- Yellow
Leaf Color
- Green
Native

Yes
Pollinator Friendly

Yes
Bloom Period

Early Spring
Does Not Ship To

AK, HI, ID, MT

Planting & Care Instructions

Where to Plant

Sunlight: These golden beauties thrive in full sun, requiring at least 6 hours of direct light for the most prolific blooming. They will tolerate partial shade, but you will notice fewer flowers and a more leggy growth habit in deeper shade.
Soil: Think of the ideal spot as a permanently soggy area where other plants might struggle with "wet feet." They love rich, mucky soil high in organic matter; if you have heavy clay, mix in plenty of compost to help retain that essential moisture.

Watering Requirements

During the first year, you must keep the soil constantly saturated to help the root system anchor itself. Once established, Marsh Marigolds are exceptionally thirsty and should never be allowed to dry out, as even a brief dry spell can trigger early dormancy. If the soil becomes dry, the foliage will wilt and yellow prematurely to protect the crown.

Pruning Tips

Because these perennials bloom on old wood (growth from the previous season), avoid cutting them back in the fall or early spring. Instead, wait until the flowers fade in late spring to remove spent stems or any tattered leaves. This "clean up" helps the plant focus energy back into the roots for next year's display rather than producing seeds.

Fertilizer Needs

Apply a balanced, slow release fertilizer in early spring just as new green growth appears to fuel the intense blooming period. Avoid high nitrogen fertilizers late in the summer because this encourages tender new growth that cannot survive the winter freeze. A single application of an organic compost tea or a standard 10-10-10 formula is usually all these efficient feeders need.

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Moisture-Loving Buttercup Yellow Blooms Marsh Marigold!

Bright & Bold Yellow Flowers From April Into June!
Broad, Heart-Shaped Green Foliage
Mounded Perennial
Easy Care & Low Maintenance
Loves Wet Sites
Full Sun to Part Shade
Attracts Butterflies & Hummingbirds!

Bright yellow petal-like sepals with fancy pom-pom centers, the Marsh Marigold (Caltha palustris) has fantastically bold flowers that look like large Buttercups!

Handsome heart-shaped leaves with unique scallops and strong, hollow, branching stems. These native plants are natural inhabitants of marshy, wet sites and love moist soil.

A 12-18" tall perennial also known as Cowslip, these mounding herbaceous perennials attract loads of hummingbirds and butterflies!

How to Use Marsh Marigold In The Landscape

Rain gardens, pond and stream-side locations are perfect for these sunny blooms. Plant in moisture-controlled containers and water gardens for brilliant color.

That tough area where the gutters drain or that part shade perennial bed the HVAC system drains into, will suit Marsh Marigolds perfectly!

Blooming early spring, Marsh Marigold brightens wet meadows and naturalized woodlands.

#ProPlantTips For Care

Loving full sun and partial shade, Marsh Marigolds are not particular as long as their site is protected from drying out.

Organically rich, humus soil must be well-drained for best results. Although they tolerate occasionally muddy and boggy locations easily.

Cold hardy in growing zones 3-7, these members of the Buttercup family are natives of North America.

Sunny blooms and bold color on a hardy native wetland plant, you'll love the dainty Marsh Marigold! Order yours from Nature Hills today!

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Marsh Marigold

Caltha palustris

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