Lemon Gem Marigold Seeds - 25 Citrus-Scented Yellow Flowers for Planting
$27.40
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Lemon Gem Marigold Seeds - 25 Citrus-Scented Yellow Flowers for Planting
$27.40
Lemon Gem Marigold is a charming annual known for its bright yellow, single blooms and distinctive citrus fragrance. The petite flowers bloom profusely throughout the season, adding a cheerful splash of color to garden beds, borders, containers, and herb gardens. The fern-like foliage is also aromatic, releasing a lemon-like scent when brushed or crushed. This variety is a favorite for companion planting and attracts beneficial pollinators to the garden.
Easy to grow from seed, Lemon Gem Marigold is a rewarding choice for both beginner and experienced gardeners. Its compact habit makes it an excellent edging plant or a sunny windowsill companion. The edible petals can be used as a colorful garnish, though they are primarily grown for their ornamental and aromatic qualities.
Plant Features
- Bright yellow, single daisy-like flowers
- Strong citrus scent from blooms and foliage
- Compact, bushy growth habit
- 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, mounding
- Bloom Season: Summer to fall
- Mature Height: 8-12 inches
- Spacing: 8-10 inches apart
- Germination Requirements: Sow seeds 1/4 inch deep; keep soil at 70-75°F (21-24°C); germination in 7-14 days
Planting & Care
Sow Lemon Gem 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 cover with a thin layer of vermiculite or fine soil. Keep the seed starting mix consistently moist until germination. Once seedlings have two sets of true leaves, thin or transplant them to their final spacing.
Provide full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly, allowing the top inch of soil to dry slightly between waterings. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continued blooming. Lemon Gem Marigold is relatively low-maintenance and generally resistant to deer and rabbits.
What's Included
25 Lemon Gem Marigold seeds.