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Variety Info
Family: Asteraceae
Type: African Marigold (Learn more)
Native: Mexico and South America
Hardiness: Annual
Exposure: Full Sun
Bloom Period: Summer to frost
Plant Dimensions: 18" tall
Variety Info: 2"–3" creamy white blooms
Attributes: Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Pollinators, Cut Flower, Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Edible Flower, Good for Containers
Sowing Info
When to Sow Outside: 1 to 2 weeks after your average last frost date, and when soil temperature is 70°–80°F.
When to Start Inside: RECOMMENDED. 4 to 6 weeks before your average last frost date.
Days to Emerge: 5–14 Days
Seed Depth: ¼"
Seed Spacing: A group of 3 seeds every 9"–12"
Thinning: When 2" tall, thin to 1 every 9"–12"
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- BARRY W.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars2/6/26White marigolds
Good germination rate
Which best describes you as a gardener? ProfessionalBIBotanical Interests2/7/26Hey Barry,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your wonderful review of our Kilimanjaro White African Marigold Seeds! We're so thrilled to hear that you had a good germination rate with these beautiful white marigolds! There's nothing quite like the satisfaction of seeing those seeds successfully sprout and knowing you're on your way to gorgeous blooms. Thank you for choosing us and for sharing your growing success with us. Keep on growing 🌻️
- AllenRated 2 out of 5 stars1/19/26Disappointing
Picked up a packet of these seeds at my local Whole Foods last year, intrigued by a white marigold. These are nowhere near the 18" height noted on the packet, mine grew to at least 3' or higher. They were planted in full sun, so no issues of legginess. Not particularly floriferous, the flowers were not white but more cream or pale yellow in color and not all were fully double. The hybridizers need to do more work on this one to get it to be more consistent and to the height noted on seed packet.
Which best describes you as a gardener? ExpertBIBotanical Interests1/20/26Hey Allen,
Thank you for taking the time to share your detailed experience with the Kilimanjaro White African Marigold Seeds. We really appreciate your honest feedback about the height variation, flower color, and bloom characteristics you observed.
Plant height and flower color can vary based on growing conditions, climate, and soil fertility—rich soil and ideal sun can sometimes result in taller plants than expected. Kilimanjaro White is described as a vanilla-white (a creamy off-white), and color can appear warmer depending on light and the naturally yellow centers of marigolds. As with all seed-grown plants, some variation in bloom form and uniformity is normal.
Thank you for giving them a try and for sharing your growing experience with other gardeners. Keep on growing 🌻️
- JakeRated 5 out of 5 stars12/6/255 Stars
Order came very quickly!
- Laurie K.WA, United StatesVerified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars9/20/25Wowza!!!
The word Kilimanjaro says everything! Mine grew to around 2 feet and “when” they finally bloomed they were lovely!
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateWho do you grow for? YourselfHow do you prefer to grow? Container - SophiaVerified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars8/17/25Gigantic Marigold
This is my first time trying this type of Marigold. It grew so well and is very large. There are about 12 flowers on one plant-they are a beautiful orange . The Butterfly’s love them.
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateBIBotanical Interests8/20/25Hey Sophia,
Thank you so much for sharing your experience with our Kilimanjaro White African Marigold Seeds! We absolutely love hearing that this was your first time trying this variety and they grew so well for you - those gigantic blooms with 12 flowers on one plant sound incredible! It's wonderful that you're getting those beautiful orange colors and that the butterflies are loving them too - that's exactly the kind of garden magic we hope these beauties will deliver! Keep on growing 🌻️