25 Lemon Marigold Seeds - Daisy Wheel Tagetes tenuifolia Compact Yellow Blooms

Lemon Marigold (Tagetes tenuifolia), also known as Daisy Wheel Marigold, is a charming annual prized for its profusion of small, bright yellow daisy-like flowers. Unlike larger French or African marigolds, this species grows into a compact, bushy mound covered with dainty blooms from early summer until frost. The fine, fern-like foliage adds a delicate texture to garden beds and containers, and the edible flowers bring a citrusy pop of color to salads and garnishes.

Its petite size and continuous bloom make Lemon Marigold an excellent choice for edging borders, filling window boxes, or growing in patio pots. The nectar-rich flowers also attract beneficial insects, making it a welcome addition to pollinator and herb gardens.

Plant Features

• Compact, mounding growth habit
• Abundant small yellow daisy-like flowers
• Fine, aromatic foliage
• Long bloom season from summer to frost
• Attracts pollinators and beneficial insects

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Tagetes tenuifolia
• Plant Type: Annual
• Sunlight: Full sun
• Soil: Well-drained, average soil
• Water Requirements: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist but not soggy
• Growth Habit: Compact, bushy mound
• USDA Hardiness Zones: Grown as an annual in all zones
• Bloom Season: Summer to first frost
• Mature Height: 8-12 inches
• Spacing: 8-10 inches apart

Planting & Care

Sow Lemon Marigold seeds indoors 4-6 weeks before the last frost date, or directly in the garden after the danger of frost has passed. Press seeds lightly into the soil surface and keep them moist; they need light to germinate. Maintain a temperature around 70-75°F (21-24°C). Seedlings usually emerge in 7-14 days. Once seedlings have two sets of true leaves, thin or transplant them to their final spacing.

Choose a sunny location with well-drained soil. Water regularly during dry spells, but avoid overhead watering to prevent disease. Deadhead spent blooms to encourage continued flowering. Lemon Marigold is relatively low-maintenance and generally resistant to deer and rabbits.

What's Included

25 Lemon Marigold seeds (Tagetes tenuifolia).