Ornamental flowers seeds
Marvel II™ Mix F1 African marigold (Tagetes erecta)
Product code : 61-4360-010
- Quantity
- Approximately 50 bare seeds per packet
- Exposure
- Sun or partial shade
- Life cycle
- Annual
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Marvel II™ Mix F1 African marigold (Tagetes erecta) This F1 hybrid produces tight, double 9–10 cm flowers in a bright colour mix. Their dense structure provides better resistance to inclement weather and diseases encouraged by high humidity. The packet contains approximately 50 bare seeds. Plants reach about 45 cm tall and spread 25–30 cm, a useful size for garden beds, containers, and cut-flower bouquets. The combination of a compact habit, substantial flower heads, and varied colour creates a strong garden display without requiring the space of a very tall African marigold. The sturdy blooms are especially useful where summer weather can damage looser flowers.
For best results, sow indoors 4–5 weeks before the last frost and keep the growing medium near 22 °C. Germination generally takes 5–8 days. Cover the seeds lightly with coarse vermiculite and keep the mix moist until emergence, then reduce moisture without allowing seedlings to wilt. Use a porous, well-drained seed-starting mix and harden plants gradually before transplanting after frost danger has passed. After emergence, bright light and measured moisture help seedlings develop sturdy growth. You can rotate containers as needed to encourage balanced development before transplanting. Space seedlings so air can move between them as the foliage expands.
Plant in sun or partial shade in well-drained soil, spacing plants 25–30 cm apart. This African marigold tolerates a range of conditions and brief dry periods, but flowering is more generous with regular watering that does not leave the soil waterlogged. Removing faded flowers helps maintain a tidy appearance and prolonged bloom, generally from June through September. Its intermediate size fits easily in the middle of garden beds or in large containers. For bouquets, cut stems when the flowers are well formed. In pots, check moisture during hot weather and avoid leaving roots in standing water. Good spacing also helps the foliage dry after rain or watering.
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