Tagetes patula Seeds (French Marigold)

French Marigold (Tagetes patula), also known as Dwarf Marigold, is a popular annual plant with vibrant flowers that ranges in color from yellow and orange to red. Growing up to 10-12 inches tall, it forms a compact bushy habit. French Marigold is easy to grow from Tagetes patula seeds and thrives in well-drained soil, full sun, and warm climates. This versatile species adapts well to gardens, containers, and borders. It is suitable for USDA hardiness zones 2-11, making it a widely cultivated choice for adding a splash of color to any garden landscape.

Growing Tagetes patula from Seed

• Growth cycle: Annual
• Watering: Medium
• Sunlight: Full Sun
• Suitable climates: Arid, Highland, Humid Continental, Humid Subtropical, Mediterranean, Subarctic
• Where to grow: Outdoors
• Flower color: Orange

Germinating French Marigold Flower Seeds

To germinate Tagetes patula (marigold) seeds, sow them in a well-draining potting mix, lightly cover with soil, and keep it consistently moist. Place the pot in a warm and sunny spot, and the seeds should germinate within 7-14 days.

We source all of our Tagetes patula seeds from a small greenhouse facility based in southeastern Maine and store them in a dark, temperature-controlled environment before shipment. You’ll find that our fresh French Marigold seeds are much easier to germinate than the mass-produced packets of flower seeds found in stores! If you have any trouble growing French Marigold seeds, we’re happy to send you additional gardening tips. In the (unlikely) event that your Tagetes patula seeds do not germinate at all, we’ll give you a full refund, no questions asked.

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