Tagetes erecta Sunspot Mixed
Tagetes erecta Sunspot Mixed
Half-hardy Annual
- Position: Full sun
- Soil: Well drained
- Height: 12 inches
- Germination: Easy
- Aftercare: Easy
- Ideal for: Bedding, Border, Children
Description
All the quality of an F1 Hybrid marigold packed into an open pollinated variety. That means real value for money! Dwarf, compact plants have good sized flower heads of orange, light yellow and gold and begin blooming much earlier than other varieties of this kind. Flowers summer. Height 30cm(12in).
Sowing Instructions
| Sowing time: | Indoors 6-8 weeks before last spring frost or outdoors after last frost |
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Sow indoors at 21-24C (70-75F) in good seed sowing mix. Just cover the seed with sowing mix and keep the mix damp but not wet. Germination usually takes 5-14 days.
They can also be sown outdoors where they are to flower during May once the soil has warmed. Keep moist until after germination and thin out to 20-25cm (8-10in) apart.
Growing Instructions
When seedlings are large enough to handle, transplant and grow in cooler conditions. Gradually acclimatize to outdoor conditions for 10-15 days before planting out after all risk of frost, 20-25cm (8-lOin) apart in a sunny spot.
Aftercare Instructions
Deadhead regularly to prolong blooming
Kitchen Notes
The flowers taste of orange or lemon. Use in sandwiches, salads, seafood chowders and hot desserts.