Tangerine Gem Marigold Seeds - Citrus-Scented Orange Blooms (25 Seeds)
Tangerine Gem Marigold is a charming annual flower prized for its bright orange blooms and delightful citrus fragrance. This compact plant produces masses of small, single flowers that add a warm splash of color to garden beds, borders, and containers. The citrus scent is a pleasant addition to any garden, and the flowers are attractive to pollinators.
Easy to grow from seed, Tangerine Gem Marigold is a versatile choice for both beginner and experienced gardeners. Its tidy habit and long bloom season make it an excellent edging plant or companion in vegetable gardens.
Plant Features
- Bright orange, single blooms
- Distinct citrus fragrance
- Compact growth habit
- Long blooming season
- Attracts pollinators
Growing Information
- Botanical Name: Tagetes tenuifolia
- Plant Type: Annual
- Sunlight: Full sun
- Soil: Well-drained soil
- Water Requirements: Moderate
- Growth Habit: Compact, bushy
- Bloom Season: Summer to fall
- Mature Height: 12-18 inches
- Spacing: 8-12 inches apart
Planting & Care
Sow Tangerine 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 keep moist until germination. Once seedlings have two sets of true leaves, thin or transplant to the recommended spacing.
These marigolds thrive in full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly, but avoid overwatering. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continued blooming. Tangerine Gem Marigold is relatively low-maintenance and resistant to deer and rabbits.
What's Included
25 Tangerine Gem Marigold seeds.