Tagetes erecta

Double-globular flowers ( 2-4 inches) that bloom grand shades of yellow, orange, and whitish. Foliage and flower are aromatic when crushed.

Latin Name

Tagetes erecta

Common Name

African marigold

Planting Zone

Zone 2 Zone 3 Zone 4 Zone 5 Zone 6 Zone 7 Zone 8 Zone 9 Zone 10 Zone 11

Special Interest

Attracts Birds Attracts Butterflies

Bloom Season

Spring

Height

1-4 ft

Spread

1-2 ft

Suggested Uses

Edging

Potential Pests

Powdery mildew, Botrytis, leaf spot, or rot.

Plant Story

Double-globular flowers ( 2-4 inches) that bloom grand shades of yellow, orange, and whitish. Foliage and flower are aromatic when crushed.

Taller plant might need staking. Deadhead spent flowers

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