African Marigold - lemon-yellow - Tagetes erecta - Vivid colour, bold display - Fresh Seeds /

This lemon-yellow African marigold (Tagetes erecta) is a striking annual that brings a bright summer glow to beds and borders. It grows to around 70 cm, forming sturdy, well-branched stems topped with large, fully double flower heads in an intense lemon-yellow shade. With its long flowering season from June through to October, it stays colourful for months and looks just as impressive in the garden as it does in a vase.

Sowing depth

Sow the seeds to a depth of about 0.5 cm. This light covering helps maintain the right moisture level and supports even germination.

Direct sowing time

Seeds can be sown directly into the ground in May, once the soil has warmed and the risk of frost has fully passed.

Sowing under cover

For an earlier start, sow under cover in April, for example in a cold frame or polytunnel. This gives plants time to develop into strong, healthy seedlings ready for planting out in the second half of May.

Planting out time

Transplant seedlings into the ground after the last frosts, usually from mid May. They settle in quickly and soon begin vigorous growth followed by abundant flowering.

Spacing

Allow a spacing of 40 x 50 cm when planting. This gives each plant room to develop freely and supports long, generous flowering, while still creating neat, eye-catching groups.

Flowering period

This lemon-yellow African marigold flowers continuously from June until the first autumn frosts. The blooms cope well with both rain and strong sun, keeping their shape and colour for weeks.

Growing tips

It performs best in a warm, sunny spot in fertile, well-drained soil. It handles summer heat and short dry spells well, making it a reliable choice for easy, low-fuss colour. Remove faded flowers regularly to encourage new buds, and enjoy it in beds or containers where its vivid shade lifts surrounding greenery. An added benefit is its natural ability to discourage some soil pests, which makes it a useful companion near vegetable crops.

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Pack contents

The packet contains 1 g of seeds. The packaging includes growing guidance and the sow-by date.