Plant Details
Scientific Name:
Tagetes erecta
Common Name:
African (American) Marigold
Species:
F1 Vanilla
Variety:
Vanilla
Hardiness Degree:
32°F (0.0°C)
Blooming Season:
Spring, Late Spring, Summer, Late Summer
Plant Habit:
Upright
Characteristics:
Attracts Bees, Attracts Butterflies, Fragrant Flowers, Scented Foliage, Heat Tolerant, Low Maintenance
Water:
Medium
Fertilize:
Every two weeks
Spacing:
8 - 10" (20 - 25cm)
Height:
16" (41cm)
Width:
10" (25cm)
Exposure:
Sun
Grower Information:
Plug Crop Time:
3 weeks
Transplant To Finish:
7 to 8 weeks
Extra large flowers make for a great show of color all season long.
Fully double heads have tight centres that shed water and avoid turning brown longer. Each double, creamy white bloom is 2.5 to 3 in./6 to 8 cm across atop darker green foliage. Plants flower to match Marvel series timing - grow both to offer a full colour range. Well-suited to beds, borders and large mixed containers.