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African Marigold Seeds - Mandarin

Sizeable orange blooms are perfect for dried flowers

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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 20 inches

COLOR

  • Orange

African Marigold Seeds - Mandarin

Most African Marigolds need no introduction, their large flowers on tall, sturdy stems usually sell themselves! Perfect for cutting, in some regions African Marigolds are commonly associated with Dia De Los Muertos celebrations, in others, they are appreciated simply as a lively pop of color in any garden design or cut flower arrangement. Mandarin offers extra large, double flowered stems in a cheerful, bold orange hue.

  • • Annual; Wonderful color and fragrance
  • • Large orange blooms, great for cutting
  • • 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 10,500 Up to 625 Sq. Ft
1/4 Pound 42,000 Up to 2,500 Sq. Ft

Planting Guide

View our Marigold Planting Guide to learn more.

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African Marigold Seeds - Mandarin

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African Marigold Seeds - Mandarin FAQs

Is Mandarin African Marigold resistant to animals or disease?

Mandarin 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 Mandarin African Marigold?

Mandarin African Marigold is classified as heirloom seed and open pollinated seed.

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