Description

Seed-grown African Marigold (Tagetes erecta) fits naturally into garden borders and beds. This annual garden plant needs full sun, moderately fertile, well-drained soil, and steady early care while seedlings establish.

Use the recommended germination range to guide seed starting, and sow at the recommended depth for the crop. Keep the soil evenly moist while seedlings establish, then remove spent flowers as needed to keep the planting tidy.

Product Features
Compact plants produce fully double, rounded golden-yellow flower heads
Each bloom resembles a small coin
Finely divided dark green foliage
Summer to autumn flowering
Non-GMO premium seeds
Planting Information

1. Growing Information

Plant TypeAnnual or Perennial Flowering Plant
SunlightFull sun.
SoilWell-drained, moderately fertile.
Planting MethodSow 1/4 inch deep; darkness aids germination
TemperatureSuitable seasonal temperatures
WateringKeep moist; drought-tolerant once established.
DifficultyEasy

2. How to Grow

1

Sow 1/4 inch deep; darkness aids germination.

2

Full sun.

3

Well-drained, moderately fertile.

4

Keep moist; drought-tolerant once established.

5

Deadhead for continuous bloom. No staking needed.

3. Garden Uses

Flower garden borders Cottage-style gardens Decorative containers Mass plantings Cut-flower displays

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