Tagetes Lucida ORGANIC Seeds

Tagetes Lucida ORGANIC Seeds – Irish Plants Direct

 

A perennial herb producing aromatic leaves with a sweet anise-like flavour and clusters of golden-yellow flowers.

 

Known botanically as Tagetes lucida, this organically produced variety is valued for its culinary, medicinal, and ornamental uses, as well as its sustainable cultivation.

 

Tagetes Lucida ORGANIC offers abundant harvests of fragrant foliage and cheerful blooms, making it one of the most admired choices for herb gardens, borders, and wildlife-friendly planting.

 

Its compact habit and reliable performance make it a favourite for gardeners seeking both productivity and eco friendly gardening.

 

Seed Quantity Approx 0.2 grams

 

Sowing & Growing

When to Sow February to April indoors for transplanting outdoors after frost, or directly outdoors in May

Germination 7 to 21 days at 18–22°C

Soil & Position Fertile, well drained soil; prefers full sun

Height/Spread 40–60cm with bushy growth

Flowering June to September with continuous blooms

 

Sowing Instructions

Sow seeds thinly on the surface of moist fine compost in trays or pots. Lightly cover with compost or vermiculite. Maintain warmth until seedlings emerge. Transplant when large enough to handle into individual pots and grow on before planting outdoors after frost. Space plants 25–30cm apart in prepared beds, borders, or containers.

 

Grow & Maintenance

Grow in fertile soil with regular watering. Tagetes Lucida thrives in sunny sites and benefits from mulching to retain moisture. Harvest leaves regularly to encourage bushy growth. Suitable for borders, herb gardens, and containers. Protect young plants from slugs and late frosts.

 

Uses & Benefits

Perfect for culinary, medicinal, and ornamental use. Tagetes Lucida ORGANIC produces fragrant leaves used fresh or dried for teas, flavouring, and traditional remedies. Its golden blooms attract pollinators and add colour to borders.

 

Organic Seed Benefits

Organically produced seeds ensure sustainable cultivation, free from synthetic chemicals. They support biodiversity, soil health, and eco friendly gardening practices.

 

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