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Giant Orange - Marigold Seed

Giant Orange - Marigold Seed
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Tall, strong stems for cut flowers.
Large flower heads, avg. 3", sit atop sturdy plants. These giant marigolds are prolific producers for cuts as well as excellent garden performers. Sturdy, uniform flower heads are also useful for marigold garlands. Also known as African marigold, American marigold, and Aztec marigold.

• Edible Flowers: Use the flowers to dress up salads and desserts or cooked in egg or rice dishes. Flavor is floral with hints of citrus and spice, and slightly bitter. Remove the petals from the flower base before consuming as the base can be quite bitter.

Ht. 36–40". Avg. 6,900 seeds/oz. Packet: 50 seeds.
DAYS TO GERMINATION:4-7 days at 75-80°F (24-27°C)

SOWING:Transplant (recommended) - Sow into 72-cell flat or preferred seedling container, 4-6 weeks before last frost, lightly covering seed. Harden-off and transplant out after last frost. For flowering in packs, sow 8 weeks before desired bloom time. Direct seed - After last frost, sow 1/4" deep. Pinching encourages branching. NOTES:High temperatures can cause plants to stall, and temporarily decline in growth and bloom. Deadhead regularly to increase blooms.

LIGHT PREFERENCE:Sun.

PLANT HEIGHT:Varies.

PLANT SPACING:8-18". French Marigold: 8-12". Gem Marigold: 12". African Marigold: 12-18".

HARDINESS ZONES:Annual.

HARVEST:Flowers are fully open but still have tight centers.

SOIL REQUIREMENTS:Average soil. Feed moderately. pH: 6.0-7.5 preferred.

USES:Beds, borders, mass plantings, containers, and window boxes. Edible flowers, cut flowers (tall varieties).

SCIENTIFIC NAME: Tagetes spp.


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