French Marigold Sparky Mix

French Marigold Sparky Mix

French Marigold Sparky Mix. A French marigold variety with fantastic colour and unusual flower form. Sparky produces an abundance of blooms throughout the season on 8 to 12 inch stems in vivid shades of yellow and orange. The petals, unlike those of most marigolds, are wide and wavy. Sparky is ideal for fronting borders, spectacular planted en masse, and easy to grow in pots or planters for colour and instant impact.

Cultivation Advice French Marigold Sparky Mix

• 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 when large enough to handle,
• growing on and acclimatising outside after all danger of frost has passed.
• Protect from slugs and snails whilst young.