Marigold
Flower
2
Available
7
Total Packets
2
Organic
Days to maturity: 70-75 days
Days to germinate: 10
Optimum temp range: 65–85
Min / Max temp: 60°F – 90°F
Start indoors: 28-Mar – 11-Apr
Growing Information
Marigolds - Key Growing Information
DAYS TO GERMINATION:
4-7 days at 75-80°F (24-27°C)
SOWING:
Transplant (recommended) - Sow into 72-cell flat or preferred seedling container 4-6 weeks before planting out, lightly covering seed. Transplant out after danger of frost. For flowering in packs, sow 8 weeks before desired bloom time. Direct seed - Sow 1/4" deep. Pinching encourages branching. NOTES: High temperatures can cause plants to stall, and temporarily decline in growth and bloom. Deadhead regularly to increase blooms.
LIGHT PREFERENCE:
Sun.
PLANT HEIGHT:
Varies.
PLANT SPACING:
8-18". French Marigold: 8-12". Gem Marigold: 12". African Marigold: 12-18".
HARDINESS ZONES:
Annual.
HARVEST:
Flowers are fully open but still have tight centers.
SOIL REQUIREMENTS:
Average soil. Feed moderately. pH: 6.0-7.5 preferred.
USES:
Beds, borders, mass plantings, containers, and window boxes. Edible flowers, cut flowers (tall varieties).
DAYS TO GERMINATION:
4-7 days at 75-80°F (24-27°C)
SOWING:
Transplant (recommended) - Sow into 72-cell flat or preferred seedling container 4-6 weeks before planting out, lightly covering seed. Transplant out after danger of frost. For flowering in packs, sow 8 weeks before desired bloom time. Direct seed - Sow 1/4" deep. Pinching encourages branching. NOTES: High temperatures can cause plants to stall, and temporarily decline in growth and bloom. Deadhead regularly to increase blooms.
LIGHT PREFERENCE:
Sun.
PLANT HEIGHT:
Varies.
PLANT SPACING:
8-18". French Marigold: 8-12". Gem Marigold: 12". African Marigold: 12-18".
HARDINESS ZONES:
Annual.
HARVEST:
Flowers are fully open but still have tight centers.
SOIL REQUIREMENTS:
Average soil. Feed moderately. pH: 6.0-7.5 preferred.
USES:
Beds, borders, mass plantings, containers, and window boxes. Edible flowers, cut flowers (tall varieties).
My Notes
Your Packets 7
| Cultivar | Company | DTM | Organic | Amount Left | Expires | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kilamanjaro White ▾ | Baker Creek | 75 | 40 seeds | 2027 | OK | ||
| Sugar and Spice | — | — | — | — | OK | ||
| African Cracker Jack Blend | Botanical Interests | — | 300 milligrams | 2025 | Expired | ||
| Dark Orange | High Mowing | — | Yes | 1/32 oz | 2024 | Expired | |
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|
Giant Orange F1 Hybrid ▾ | Johnny's | 70-90 days | 70 seeds | 2025 | Expired | |
|
Giant Yellow F1 Hybrid ▾ | Johnny's | 70-90 days | — | 2025 | Expired | |
|
Pin Wheel | High Mowing | — | Yes | 48 seeds | 2023 | Expired |