Cempoalxochitl Marigold (Tagetes erecta) - A tall growing Wild Mexican heirloom species from Oaxaca in Southern Mexico. Produces densely flowered bushy plants of 36-40” in height. Blooms are very highly scented and a bright yellow disc-like in shape. Thrives in the hot spot of your gardens. We had several plants in our hottest greenhouse and they bloomed non-stop until October.
50 seeds per packet $4.45
Growing Information: Start indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost date. Broadcast seed on top of soil, lightly cover and place dome or plastic film until emergence. Keep under full light and harden plants off 7-10 days before lining out.
Days to Germination: 5 - 14
Plant Spacing: 12" (30cm)
Plant Height: 36" - 40" (90cm - 110cm)
Features:
Half Hardy Annual
Hardiness Zones: 2 - 11
Bloom Time: Summer to Fall
Light Requirements: Full Sun
Attracts Bees & Butterflies
Deer Resistant
Heat & Drought Resistant
Great as Cut Flowers or Bouquets
