{"product_id":"25-safari-scarlet-marigold-seeds-tagetes-patula-bold-red-blooms-for-planting","title":"25 Safari Scarlet Marigold Seeds - Tagetes patula Bold Red Blooms for Planting","description":"\u003cp\u003eSafari Scarlet Marigold is a French marigold variety prized for its bold, deep red blooms that stand out in beds, borders, and containers. These compact, free-flowering plants produce a profusion of richly colored flowers over a long season, making them a favorite for warm-season color and easy garden appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMarigolds are a classic choice for flower beds, edging, patio pots, and vegetable gardens. Their cheerful blooms attract pollinators and add vivid contrast when planted alongside other annuals. Safari Scarlet brings a striking scarlet-red tone that works well in mass plantings or mixed borders.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBold scarlet-red blooms on compact, bushy plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrench marigold (Tagetes patula) with a long flowering season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWell suited to beds, borders, edging, and containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy-to-grow annual for warm-season color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttracts pollinators to the garden\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 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 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\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Space plants about 8 to 12 inches apart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSow Safari Scarlet Marigold seeds indoors 6 to 8 weeks before the last frost, or direct sow outdoors after the danger of frost has passed. Press seeds lightly into the soil surface and keep them moist, as light aids germination. Maintain a warm, bright location and thin or transplant seedlings once they are large enough to handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGrow marigolds in full sun with well-drained soil. Water regularly during establishment and dry spells, allowing the soil surface to dry slightly between waterings. Deadhead spent blooms to encourage continued flowering through the season.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e25 Safari Scarlet Marigold seeds (Tagetes patula).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67795542212918,"sku":"FOLIA2-458","price":27.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/4884\/8694\/files\/il_fullxfull.7190479409_1gec.jpg?v=1792671480","url":"https:\/\/blakesflora.com\/products\/25-safari-scarlet-marigold-seeds-tagetes-patula-bold-red-blooms-for-planting","provider":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","version":"1.0","type":"link"}