{"product_id":"500mg-sparky-mixture-marigold-seeds-vibrant-french-marigolds-with-bold-orange-red-blooms","title":"500mg Sparky Mixture Marigold Seeds - Vibrant French Marigolds with Bold Orange \u0026 Red Blooms","description":"\u003cp\u003eSparky Mixture Marigold is a lively French marigold variety prized for its bold, bi-colored blooms in shades of orange, red, and yellow. These compact, bushy plants produce a profusion of flowers throughout the season, adding vibrant color to garden beds, borders, containers, and edging. The Sparky Mixture is a favorite for its ability to attract beneficial insects and its tolerance of various growing conditions, making it a versatile choice for many gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEasy to grow from seed, these marigolds are well-suited for both beginner and experienced gardeners. Their cheerful flowers and fern-like foliage provide season-long interest and can be used as cut flowers or companion plants in vegetable gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduces striking bi-colored flowers in orange, red, and yellow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact, bushy growth habit ideal for borders and containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLong bloom season from summer until frost\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttracts pollinators and beneficial insects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy to grow from seed, suitable for beginners\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, moderately fertile soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate; water regularly but avoid overwatering\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 fall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8-12 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8-10 inches apart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSow Sparky Mixture marigold seeds indoors 4-6 weeks before the last frost, or directly in the garden after the danger of frost has passed. Press seeds lightly into the soil and keep 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 to 8-10 inches apart. Marigolds thrive in full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continued blooming. These plants are relatively pest-resistant and low-maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e500mg of Sparky Mixture Marigold seeds (Tagetes patula).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67824823075126,"sku":"FOLIA2-1353","price":15.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/4884\/8694\/files\/il_fullxfull.6503933880_o3c5.jpg?v=1793004842","url":"https:\/\/blakesflora.com\/products\/500mg-sparky-mixture-marigold-seeds-vibrant-french-marigolds-with-bold-orange-red-blooms","provider":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","version":"1.0","type":"link"}