Marigold French Tangerine Seeds

 

French Marigold Tangerine (Tagetes patula L.) is a vibrant, compact annual renowned for its bright, tangerine orange blooms that bring cheerful colour to garden beds, borders, and containers.

 

Its bushy, compact growth habit makes it perfect for small spaces, window boxes, or mixed plantings.

 

This easy-to-grow variety thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. French Marigold Tangerine is not only visually striking but also naturally repels certain garden pests, making it a beneficial companion plant for vegetables and herbs.

 

Its long flowering period ensures a colourful display from summer through to autumn.

 

Seed Qty: Approx. 1 gram

 

Sow: February – April (indoors) or March – May (direct sow)

Germination: 7 – 14 days

Soil Type: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil, slightly acidic to neutral pH

Height/Spread: 20 – 30 cm

Flowering: June – October

Companion Plants: Tomatoes, Basil, Lettuce

Avoid Planting With: Plants needing shade or waterlogged soils

 

Sowing Instructions

 

Indoors: Sow seeds thinly in seed trays or small pots filled with fine seed compost. Cover lightly and maintain a temperature of 18–21°C. Keep soil consistently moist until germination. Once seedlings are established, prick out into individual pots and harden off before planting outdoors.

 

Outdoors/Direct Sow: Sow in a sunny, well-drained location after the last frost. Scatter seeds thinly, cover lightly, and water gently. Thin seedlings as required to prevent overcrowding.

 

French Marigold Tangerine is perfect for gardeners seeking a bright, low maintenance, and pest resistant plant that adds vibrant colour and long lasting blooms to flower beds, borders, and containers.