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Mon-Fri 8-4 MST
Features
Family
Asteraceae
Native
Mexico
Life Cycle
Annual
Plant Height
Tall (Greater than 24")
Flower Color
Red
Bloom Season
Summer to frost
Further Information
Plant Characteristics
- Attracts Pollinators
- Cut Flower
- Edible Flower
- Good for Containers
Growing Conditions
Drought Tolerant
Plant Resistance
- Deer Resistant
- Rabbit Resistant
About Red Metamorph French Marigold Seeds
Tagetes patula
1 ½"–2" blooms are burgundy in cool weather, streaked with yellow in hot weather. Colors fade with age.
Planting Marigold
Plant Spacing
A group of 3 seeds every 6"–8"
Light Required
Full sun
Plant Height
Tall (Greater than 24")
Planting Depth
1/4"
Planting Details
| Seed Depth | 1/4" |
|---|---|
| Seed Spacing | A group of 3 seeds every 6"–8" |
| Thinning | When 1" tall, thin to 1 every 6"–8" |
| Germination | 5-14 days |
| Start Indoors | RECOMMENDED. 4 to 6 weeks before your average last frost date. |
| Direct Sow | 1 to 2 weeks after average last frost, and when soil temperature is 70°-80°F. |
Find Your Frost Date & Grow Zone
Average First Frost Date
October 19
Average Last Frost Date
May 19
Your Hardiness Zone is
5b
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31 reviews
- Kathy B.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars10/6/26Outstanding and Unusual
I just ordered my second packet of Red Metamorph because I enjoyed the plants so much this summer, and I was afraid they'd be sold out if I didn't get more seeds right away. I germinated the seeds indoors under lights, and with a heat mat. I believe I started them in late March, and transitioned them to the garden in May. I live in Zone 8b.
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateBIBotanical Interests10/6/26Hey Kathy,
We're so thrilled to hear that your Red Metamorph French Marigolds were such a success this summer! It's awesome that you loved them so much you're already ordering your second packet. Thanks so much for being part of the growing community and for sharing how well they worked out for you in Zone 8b! Keep on growing 🌻
- Susanne W.Verified ReviewerRated 5 out of 5 stars10/4/26Very easy to grow with thick, strong stems.
I grew these last year. I never knew marigolds could get so big! They were huge! I put them in grow bags and they grew above my waist. They were in the same pot as my peppers and tomatoes and one pot all by themselves. I didn't realize they would try and take over 😂 I had to train them to grow at a slant so my peppers could still grow. They're stunning! I gave lots of seeds to my friends and coworkers and still have some left. My garden grew wonderfully and I think it was because of these beautiful flowers.
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateBIBotanical Interests10/6/26Hey Susanne,
We're so thrilled to hear about your amazing Red Metamorph French Marigold experience! It sounds like they really lived up to their name and made quite the statement in your garden. We love that they grew so strong and tall, and that you were able to share the seeds with your friends and coworkers - that's what being part of the growing community is all about! Thanks so much for sharing your story and for growing with us. Keep on growing 🌻
- Christine C.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars7/8/26Easy to grow- beautiful flowers- hearty in the heat
First time marigold grower! These are easy to germinate and grow, especially in the summer heat. Flowers pop up every day and I harvest them every other. The colors are so beautiful and bold. Love it!
Which best describes you as a gardener? BeginnerBIBotanical Interests7/9/26Hey Christine,
We're so happy to hear about your fantastic first-time marigold growing experience with the Red Metamorph French Marigold Seeds! It's awesome that they're performing so well in the summer heat and that you're getting beautiful blooms every day. There's nothing better than those bold, vibrant colors brightening up your garden! Thanks for sharing your marigold growing success with us! Keep on growing 🌻️
- Angela L.Verified BuyerRated 4 out of 5 stars7/8/26Very easy to grow
Very easy to grow and if you keep the seeds they come back next year
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateBIBotanical Interests7/9/26Hey Angela,
We're so happy to hear about your fantastic experience with the Red Metamorph French Marigold Seeds! Great tip about saving the seeds for next year's blooms! There's nothing better than marigolds that keep giving you beautiful flowers year after year! Thanks for sharing your marigold growing success with us! Keep on growing 🌻️
- Heidi G. T.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars7/8/26Viable seeds, lovely blooms
I got these to plant with tomatoes. They're lovely, and each dried up flower gives me significantly more seeds.
Which best describes you as a gardener? BeginnerBIBotanical Interests7/9/26Hey Heidi,
We're so thrilled to hear about your fantastic experience with the Red Metamorph French Marigold Seeds! It's awesome that you're using them as companion plants with your tomatoes - that's such a smart gardening move! There's nothing better than marigolds that not only give you lovely blooms but also keep giving back with all those bonus seeds! Thanks for sharing your marigold growing success with us! Keep on growing 🌻️