Tagetes tenuifolia 'Tangerine Gem'
- Loved by Pollinators
- Perfect for Pots
- Loved by Garden Birds
- Scented
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Tried & tested by Sarah
Super productive variety
Easy to grow
Very effective against green and whitefly in our tomato greenhouse and outdoor trial
Please note, illustrated packets are being introduced gradually over the coming months, availability may vary.
The vibrant flowers are edible and can be used much as you would calendula or viola flowers, either to decorate salads, cakes and puddings, or floated in drinks and cocktails.
- Loved by Pollinators
- Perfect for Pots
- Loved by Garden Birds
- Scented
Product details
- Type
- Half-Hardy Annual
- Position
- Container Garden
- Soil
- Broad Tolerance
- Flowers
- June - August
- Height
- 30cm (12in)
- Common name
- Mexican Marigold
- Moisture
- Moist but Well-drained
- Aspect
- Full Sun
- Spread
- 30cm (12in)
- Cultivation
- Sow February to April indoors. Cover seeds lightly and place somewhere warm, germination should occur within 7 to 10 days. Prick out and pot seedlings on into individual pots. Gradually harden off before planting out after the last frosts.
Care Tips
Feed and water marigold plants regularly, particularly during hot, dry periods. Regular picking or deadheading will encourage further production of blooms throughout the summer.
Flowering Time
June - August
