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African Marigold Seeds

African Marigold Seeds

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Bring bold color and cheerful charm to your garden with African Marigolds (Tagetes erecta). Known for their large, ruffled blooms in shades of golden yellow and orange, African Marigolds make a statement in garden beds, borders, and containers. These fast-growing annuals are easy to care for, drought-tolerant once established, and are excellent companion plants thanks to their natural pest-repelling qualities.

🌱 What You’ll Receive

  • 50+- African Marigold seeds per pack

  • Hand-packed for freshness and high germination

🌿 Planting Instructions

  1. When to Plant: Sow directly outdoors after the last frost, or start indoors 4–6 weeks before transplanting.

  2. Soil: Prefers well-draining, moderately fertile soil.

  3. Depth: Plant seeds ¼ inch deep.

  4. Spacing: Thin or transplant to 10–12 inches apart.

  5. Light: Full sun (6+ hours daily).

  6. Water: Keep soil evenly moist until seedlings are established, then water as needed—avoid overwatering.

🌸 Growing Details

  • Germination Time: 7–14 days

  • Height at Maturity: 12–36 inches, depending on variety

  • Bloom Season: Summer through frost

  • Zones: Grown as an annual in all zones

Why Gardeners Love African Marigolds

  • Bright, show-stopping blooms all season long

  • Easy to grow—perfect for beginners

  • Natural companion plant (repels harmful pests)

  • Great for cut flowers, borders, and pollinator gardens

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