African Marigold (Tagetes erecta) Fantastic Mix
A tall African type marigold producing robust vigorous plants and stunning flowers with long, narrow, in-curved petals clustered together to give the effect of a large fluffy head. Dark Green attractive foliage with flowers in a mix of yellow and orange shades. Height 70-80 cm . Very easy to propagate half hardy annual
Cultivation Advice African Marigold Fantastic Mix
Days To Germination: 5-8
Planting Depth: 1/4 – 1/2 inch
Spacing, Plant: 12-18 inches
Plant Height: 32 inches
Light: Sunny Location
- For early bloom, start indoors in a sunny window, or under cover with warmth 4-6 weeks before transplanting outdoors. Planting depth 1/4 to 1/2 inch.
- Thin and transplant to trays when large enough to handle, growing on under cooler conditions and steadily acclimatising outside after all danger of frost has passed.
- Protect from slugs and snails whilst young.
- May require staking when fully mature.
- Best in a warm sunny position with well-drained soil.
