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Marigold Seeds - Starfire Mix

Dainty blossoms and fern-like foliage set this variety apart

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About the Variety

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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 signata

LIFE CYCLE

  • Annual

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

  • Full Sun

GROWTH HABIT

  • Clumping

PLANT HEIGHT

  • Up to 12 inches

PLANT TYPE

  • Miniature-Flowered

COLOR

  • Mixed

Named for the "fire" of its mahogany, orange, and gold blooms, our Marigold Starfire mix is an annual that can reach 12 inches. With each plant producing several scented, branching stems, this is one flower you definitely want for the cutting garden!

  • • Annual; Wonderful fragrance
  • • 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 300 Up to 80 Sq. Ft
1 Ounce 59,484 Up to 625 Sq. Ft

Planting Guide

View our Marigold Planting Guide to learn more.

Companion Plants

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Marigold Seeds - Starfire Mix FAQs

Is Starfire Mix Marigold resistant to animals or disease?

Starfire Mix 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 Starfire Mix Marigold?

Starfire Mix Marigold is an open pollinated seed.

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