Crackerjack Marigold Mixture (Tagetes erecta)
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$3.99
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basic information
Crackerjack marigolds (Tagetes erecta) add vibrant yellow, orange, and gold blooms to gardens, creating striking displays in borders, beds, and containers. Their bold flowers attract pollinators like butterflies and bees, supporting local ecosystems. These marigolds also serve as natural pest repellents, deterring nematodes and other harmful insects when planted near vegetables or herbs. Additionally, their long-lasting blooms make them ideal for cut flower arrangements, bringing cheerful color indoors.
Seed Count
250 SEEDS
Open Pollinated
YES
Pollinator Friendly
NO
Heirloom
YES
Untreated
YES
Non-GMO
YES
How To Grow
GROWER TIP: Marigolds don’t require any special treatment or seed prep really. They are among one of the easiest flowers to grow from seed. Just plant them in warm temperatures of 70–80°F and watch them thrive.
SEED PREP
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SOWING DEPTH
1/16” Under
LIGHT PREFERENCE
Full Sunlight
SOIL CONDITIONS
Adaptable
MOISTURE NEEDS
Moderate Watering
GERMINATION
7 to 10 Days
PLANT HEIGHT
24” to 36” Tall
PLANT WIDTH
20” to 24” Spread
PLANT SPACING
8” to 12”
CUT FLOWER
YES
FLOWER SIZE
3” to 4” Blooms
SEASON
Annual
SCIENTIFIC NAME
Tagetes erecta
DIFFICULTY LEVEL
Very easy to grow from seed.
FLOWER COLOR
Mixed (Y+O)
