French Marigold Seeds - Durango Series (Coated)
56-63 Days to maturity. Tagetes patula. Durango Series French Marigold Seeds. Non-GMO, annual, open-pollinated. Durango Series French marigold seeds are an adorable, compact, and vibrant addition to grow in any home or garden. Durango Series seeds grow hardy 10-12 inch bushy marigold mounds tidy enough for indoor gardening, yet robust enough to keep outside during the long summer months. Durango Series marigold seeds promise dazzling -inch anemone-like heads atop robust stalks certain to excite any garden, fresh cut arrangement, or bouquet. Durango Series marigolds are durable and easy to grow from seed, ideal for indoor containers and pots or for a charming border around the flower bed or walkway. Coated Seeds.
Growing Non-GMO Durango Series French Marigold Flower Seeds
French Marigold seeds can be directly sown where they will grow. Start indoors 4-6 weeks before the last frost for earlier blooms. Germinate them in a warm, bright area. Gradually harden off the seedlings before transplanting them outdoors. After sowing and transplanting, the French Marigolds should be watered heavily to help the roots integrate with the soil.
Avoid overhead watering, as this can cause diseases easily avoidable with proper irrigation. These gorgeous French Marigolds will bloom right up until the first frost. Deadheading them throughout the summer can keep the plants looking clean and abundant. Keep the area weed-free for beautifully vibrant blooms all season. Adding mulch around the base of the plants can repress weeds and reduce watering needs.
Durango Series French Marigold in the Flower Garden
French Marigolds are every flower gardener’s ally. They go well with a multitude of garden styles, require little maintenance once established, and are even deer resistant! Utilize these beauties in borders, containers, vegetable gardens, and flower beds to repel everyday garden pests. Any Mexican or Latin-themed garden would be insufficient without these easy-going puff balls.
Companion Planting With Durango Series French Marigolds
French Marigolds are the perfect, easy companion plant for numerous other species. Marigolds are resistant to deer, rabbits, many pests, and most diseases, which makes them perfect for companion planting and bordering your vegetable garden. Many gardeners swear that these lovely plants not only add beauty to a garden but are resistant to issues in general; this they impart to the neighboring plants as well. The bright blooms seem to bring in pollinators while simultaneously repelling damaging moths and other garden pests.
About Durango Series French Marigold Garden Seeds
French Marigolds are one of the most popular edible blooms on the market. Not only are they gorgeous garnishes, but they are said to have health benefits like improving eye health, and antiviral, antibacterial, antifungal, and anti-inflammatory properties.
Durango Series French Marigolds have 2-inch wide blooms that will keep coming up all season, especially if the old blooms are removed quickly (deadheading).
French Marigolds are originally native to Mexico and Guatemala. They were discovered by English explorers in the 16th century and brought back to Europe. They quickly spread in popularity from England to northern Africa.
French Marigolds are even easier to care for than African French Marigolds. They are recommended to any gardener with any experience level. They have a longer blooming season and are known to tolerate slightly more extremes in weather better than African French Marigolds.
French Marigolds are one of the main decorations in the celebratory festivities for Dia de los Muertos where the Mexican culture celebrates their heritage and ancestors who preceded them. For this reason, they symbolize family and multigenerational bonds.
Marigolds are also culturally significant in Nepal where they are used as garlands for parties and celebrations.
Stories From Our Gardeners
"Marigolds are a safe choice for any garden. They are meaningful to many people, but they are also easy to cultivate and offer many benefits to the area they grow in. I recommend them to almost everyone!"
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- Lara Wadsworth, True Leaf Market Writer |
Durango Series French Marigold Seeds Per Package:
- 100 Seed Packet
- 500 Seeds
- 1000 Seeds
- 5000 Seeds
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Basic Info
| Latin Name: | Tagetes patula |
| Durango Series Color: | Signature selection of Bolero, Flame, Orange, Red, Yellow, and Mix |
Growing Info
| Hardiness Zone: | Annual; Zones 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 |
| Days to Maturity: | 56-63 days |
| Days to Germination: | 5-10 days |
| Seeding Depth: | 0.25 inches |
| Plant Spacing: | 6 inches |
| Row Spacing: | 24 inches |
| Plant Height: | 10-12 inches |
| Growth Habit: | Mounding and bushy. |
| Soil Preference: | Moderately fertile soil with good drainage. |
| Temperature Preference: | 65-80 F |
| Light Preference: | Full Sun |
Other
| Plant Width: | 9 inches |
| Pests and Diseases: | Plants must be properly drained and ventilated or may be susceptible to powdery mildew, root rot, leaf spots, and Botrytis. French Marigolds have no serious pests but monitor regularly for spider mites and thrips. |
| Easy/Hard: | Easy |
| Direct Sow: | Yes Direct Sow |
| Start Indoors: | Yes, 4-6 weeks before transplanting |