Marigold Buds Will Not Bloom

Question From: Trenton, New Jersey, United States
Q: We have huge marigold plants that have had large buds for over a month (see image). They simply will not bloom. The seeds were harvested from last year.
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A: If the plants were allowed to dry out to the point of wilting the buds may fail to open. Best Nancy