• African marigold mary helen orange and yellow bloom with lush green leaves in the background.
  • African marigold mary helen bright yellow blooms with dark centers and green foliage.
  • African marigold mary helen vibrant orange and yellow bloom on a soft blurred green backdrop.
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African Marigold Seeds - Mary Helen

Canary yellow, strongly-scented blooms are known to repel pests

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About the Variety

Key Features

Heat Tolerant
Drought Tolerant
Prefers Lean Soil
Container Friendly
Attracts Bees
Attracts Butterflies
Fragrant
Fast Growing
Easy to Grow
Perfect for Borders
Perfect for Xeriscaping
Edible
Deer Resistant
Rabbit Resistant
Deters Insects

Plant Details

BOTANICAL NAME

Tagetes erecta

LIFE CYCLE

  • Annual

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

  • Full Sun

GROWTH HABIT

  • Clumping
  • Upright

PLANT HEIGHT

  • Up to 36 inches

COLOR

  • Yellow

African Marigold Seeds - Mary Helen

A large, bright yellow pop of color atop feathery foliage giving that beautiful, earthy fragrance that only marigolds offer. Mary Helen African Marigolds are a popular companion planting in your vegetable garden as they are an eco-friendly option to help repel harmful pests!

  • • Annual; Wonderful for the garden, vegetable plot or container!
  • • Low maintenance and easy to grow
  • • Late season bloomer; Prefers full sun exposure

Planting Information

PLANTING SEASON

  • Spring

SOWING METHOD

  • Direct Sow
  • Start Indoors

PLANTING DEPTH

  • 1/16 inch

WATER NEEDS

  • Low

PLANT SPACING

  • 12 inches

HARDINESS ZONES

  • N/A - Annual

SEED PREP

  • Requires Light

COVERAGE

Amount Avg Seed Count Recommended Coverage
Packet 111 Up to 80 Sq. Ft
1 Ounce 9,000 Up to 625 Sq. Ft

Planting Guide

View our Marigold Planting Guide to learn more.

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African Marigold Seeds - Mary Helen

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African Marigold Seeds - Mary Helen FAQs

Is Mary Helen African Marigold resistant to animals or disease?

Mary Helen African Marigold is deer resistant and rabbit resistant, meaning deer and rabbits generally avoid it due to its taste, texture, or aroma.

What type of seed is Mary Helen African Marigold?

Mary Helen African Marigold is classified as heirloom seed and open pollinated seed.

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