African Marigold (Tagetes Erecta Tall Sierra Mixed) - This taller variety, known as an African Marigold or Aztec Marigold, looks especially attractive in mass plantings. Sow flower seeds to have these large, showy, never fading blooms. They will brighten up any garden or flower bed! The flowers are reliable and popular for children or novice gardeners to grow.

The plants will perform well in poor soil as long as there is good moisture. African Marigold care involves deadheading spent blooms to promote new flowers. They have a very long bloom season from late spring through fall in most regions. They burst with color all season long!

SOWING

Season: Annual

Height: 70cm (28 inches)

Bloom Season: Spring through autumn

Bloom Color: Orange, yellow, gold

Environment: Full sun

Soil Type: Moist, well-drained, pH 5.6 - 6.5

Latin Name: Tagetes erecta

Germ temperature: 70 - 75F

Average Germ Time: 5 - 20 days

Light Required: Yes

Depth: Press seed into soil and lightly cover

Moisture: Keep seed moist until germination

Plant Spacing: 45 cm  (18 inches)