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Lemon & Tangerine Gems Signet Marigold Seeds

Lemon & Tangerine Gems Signet Marigold Seeds

SKU: #1189

Bushy, short, rock-garden marigolds, these are, indeed "little gems" for your garden with profuse blooms on dense mounds of lacy, scented foliage. Petite, single, lemon and tangerine blossoms not only have delicious names, they are edible! Infuse in oil and vinegar for a salad dressing, or chop and use as you would tarragon. A delightful accent for beds, patio containers, and salads!

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0.15 g

(~140 seeds)

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Variety Info

Family: Asteraceae

Type: Signet Marigold (Learn more)

Native: Mexico and Central America

Hardiness: Annual

Exposure: Full sun

Bloom Period: Summer to frost

Plant Dimensions: 8"–12" tall

Variety Info: ½"–1" yellow or orange flowers

Attributes: Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Attracts Pollinators, Cut Flower, Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Edible Flower, Good for Containers, Rabbit Resistant

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 4 seeds every 6" – 8"

Thinning: When 1" tall thin to 1 every 6" – 8"

Growing Info

Harvesting: For the longest vase-life, harvest in the morning, choosing flowers that are half-open.