The information on this page applies to seedlings sold by LEAF Nursery during our 2021 Seedling Sale.
Tagetes patula. Annual. With sunny and cheerful little blooms in tangerine and lemon stripes, Bambino boasts short and perfectly tidy mounds reaching just 10 inches tall. These compact plants are covered in blooms, making each a small burst of sunshine, ideal for mixed plantings, containers and bedding. Marigolds are also the ideal choice for the novice gardener, who wants an easy to grow, colorful flower.
Seed Type
| Organic | Heirloom | Non-GMO | Hybrid | Open-pollinated | Untreated |
Additional Information
| Container Friendly | Trellis Needed | Easy to Grow | Pollinator Friendly |
Planting Season
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
Growing Conditions
| Light | Temperature | Soil | Water |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full Sun | 75-80 F | Well draining soil | As needed; avoid overwatering once established |
Planting Tips
| Plant Spacing | Plant Size | Days to Maturity |
|---|---|---|
| 8-12" | 10" tall | 50-60 |
- Additional instructions: Once planted, marigolds are a low maintenance addition to the garden. Marigolds are a reliable companion plant. Often planted in the vegetable garden they are believed to have the ability to repel pests such as aphids, beetles and nematodes. As well as repelling pests, marigolds also attract pollinators to the garden. Vegetables that benefit from planting near marigolds include: beans, cucumbers, eggplants, melons, onions, potatoes, pumpkins, squash, and tomatoes.
- Harvesting instructions: Remove spent flowers, or deadheading, to prolong blooming period.
Common Diseases and Pests
- Pests: leaf miners, spider mites
- Disease: powdery mildew, bacterial leaf spot, gray mold and root rot
Useful Resources
- https://www.rareseeds.com/bambino-marigold (seed source)
- https://happydiyhome.com/marigolds/
- https://gardenerspath.com/plants/flowers/plant-marigold-seeds/
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