The information on this page applies to seedlings sold by LEAF Nursery during our 2021 Seedling Sale.
Tagetes patula nana. Annual. This lovely variety produces large 2” flowers on dwarf plants. A brilliant mix of red, gold and orange, it is very pretty and helps repel some insects and nematodes.
| 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" | 10-12" | 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/store/vegetables/marigolds/brocade-mix-marigold (seed source)
- https://happydiyhome.com/marigolds/
- https://gardenerspath.com/plants/flowers/plant-marigold-seeds/
If you bought this seedling and have any questions or feedback, let us know in the comment section below.