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 plant in our hottest greenhouse and they bloomed non-stop until October.
50 seeds per packet $4.45
Planting Instructions: 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 Sprout: 5 - 14
Plant Spacing: 12" (30cm)
Plant Height: 18" - 30" (45cm - 75cm)
Features:
Hardiness Zones: 2b Half Hardy Annual
Bloom Time: Summer to Fall
Light Requirements: Full Sun
Attracts Bees & Butterflies
Deer Resistant
Heat & Drought Resistant
Great as Cut Flowers or Bouquets
