{"product_id":"25-court-jester-marigold-seeds-striped-french-heirloom-flower","title":"25 Court Jester Marigold Seeds - Striped French Heirloom Flower","description":"\u003cp\u003eCourt Jester Marigold is a distinctive French marigold variety prized for its striking bicolored blooms. Each flower features rich mahogany-red petals boldly striped with golden yellow, creating a festive, striped effect in the garden. These compact, bushy plants are easy to grow and provide reliable color from summer until frost, making them a favorite for borders, containers, and cutting gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs a French marigold (Tagetes patula), Court Jester is a tender annual that thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. Its cheerful, double blooms attract pollinators and add a warm, cottage-garden feel to any sunny spot. Whether planted en masse or mixed with other annuals, these marigolds offer long-lasting performance with minimal fuss.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStriking bicolored flowers with mahogany-red and golden-yellow stripes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact, bushy growth habit suitable for beds, borders, and containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLong bloom season from early summer until frost\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy to grow from seed; ideal for beginner gardeners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttracts pollinators and beneficial insects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tagetes patula\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tender annual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained, moderately fertile soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate; keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compact, bushy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Season:\u003c\/strong\u003e Summer to frost\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10-12 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8-12 inches apart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSow Court Jester Marigold seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost date, or directly outdoors after the danger of frost has passed. Press seeds lightly into the soil surface and keep them moist until germination, which typically occurs in 7-14 days at 70-75°F (21-24°C). Once seedlings have two sets of true leaves, thin or transplant them to their final spacing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese marigolds prefer full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly during dry spells, but avoid overhead watering to prevent disease. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continued blooming. Court Jester Marigolds are relatively pest-resistant and require little maintenance beyond occasional watering and deadheading.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e25 Court Jester Marigold seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67795555156278,"sku":"FOLIA2-507","price":27.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/4884\/8694\/files\/il_fullxfull.7178506719_6xjy.jpg?v=1792671577","url":"https:\/\/blakesflora.com\/products\/25-court-jester-marigold-seeds-striped-french-heirloom-flower","provider":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","version":"1.0","type":"link"}