25 Cresta Orange Marigold Seeds - Tagetes erecta Cut Flower Seeds for Planting

Cresta Orange Marigold is a tall African marigold (Tagetes erecta) prized for its large, fully double blooms in a rich, warm orange. The sturdy upright plants produce long-stemmed flowers that hold up well in the garden and in arrangements, making this variety a favorite for cut flower gardens, borders, and mass plantings. Marigolds are easy to grow from seed and bring dependable color to summer beds and containers.

With their bold orange flowers and bushy green foliage, Cresta Orange Marigolds add cheerful color to flower beds, vegetable gardens, and patio planters. The tall stems make them especially useful for cutting, while the long bloom season keeps the garden colorful from midsummer into fall.

Plant Features

• Large, fully double orange blooms on tall, sturdy stems
• Excellent choice for cut flower gardens and fresh arrangements
• Upright, bushy growth habit that fills borders and beds
• Long-lasting summer color for garden beds and containers
• Easy to grow from seed for beginner and experienced gardeners

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Tagetes erecta
• Plant Type: Annual
• Sunlight: Full sun
• Soil: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil
• Water Requirements: Moderate; water regularly, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings
• Growth Habit: Upright and bushy
• Bloom Season: Summer to fall
• Spacing: Space plants about 12 to 18 inches apart

Planting & Care

Sow Cresta Orange Marigold seeds indoors about 6 to 8 weeks before the last expected frost, or direct sow outdoors after the danger of frost has passed and the soil has warmed. Press seeds lightly into the soil surface and keep the growing medium evenly moist but not soggy. Germination typically occurs within 7 to 14 days at warm temperatures.

Once seedlings are established, thin or transplant them to their final spacing. Grow in full sun and water at the base of the plants to help keep foliage dry. Pinch young plants if desired to encourage bushier growth, and deadhead spent blooms to promote continued flowering. Tall stems may benefit from light staking in windy locations.

What's Included

25 Cresta Orange Marigold seeds (Tagetes erecta).