French Marigold - Mandarin - Tagetes patula - Glowing borders, warm summer colour - Fresh Seeds

The Mandarin French marigold (Tagetes patula) serves as a true ray of sunshine in any garden space. This annual plant features strongly branched, upright stems that form dense, spreading clumps, radiating warmth throughout the summer with their intense orange blooms. Its double, spherical flower heads resemble miniature suns and catch the eye from a distance. The variety delights with an extraordinary abundance of flowers, decorating borders, lawn edges, balcony boxes, and terraces continuously from June until the October frosts. It introduces joy and colour regardless of the weather, while its compact form and resistance to adverse conditions make it an excellent choice for every gardener.

Sowing depth

Seeds should be sown at a depth of approximately 0.5 cm. This layer of soil ensures stability and provides optimal conditions for rapid germination.

Sowing time for direct sowing

The best moment for sowing directly into the ground is May, once the soil has warmed up sufficiently and the risk of frost has passed completely. At this time, young seedlings develop strongly and evenly.

Sowing time under cover

To enjoy earlier flowering, seeds can be sown in April under covers, for instance in a greenhouse or indoors. Strong seedlings obtained in this way take root easily after transplanting into the garden.

Planting time

Seedlings are planted out in May, when night temperatures remain above freezing. Plants established during this period root quickly and grow intensively, creating lush, flowering tufts.

Spacing

During planting, maintain a spacing of 20 x 30 cm. This allows the plants enough space to branch out freely and bloom abundantly without competing for light and nutrients.

Flowering time

The Mandarin variety blooms from June to October. During this time, it is continuously covered with intense orange flowers that retain their freshness for a long time, even during hot weather.

Cultivation

This variety is incredibly rewarding and easy to cultivate. It grows best in permeable, fertile soil, in a sunny or slightly shaded spot. It tolerates summer sun perfectly, and with moderate watering and the regular removal of faded flowers, it blooms for many months. Seeds can be sown directly into the ground or seedlings can be prepared to accelerate the onset of flowering. This plant is resistant to difficult weather conditions and pests. Its scent acts as a deterrent to soil nematodes, making it suitable for planting in vegetable patches and near beds with tomatoes or roses. It combines beauty with practicality, requiring little care while offering a unique effect.

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Package content

The package contains 0.5 g of seeds. Information regarding cultivation principles and the sowing use-by date can be found on the packaging.