Very dwarf mixture of the crested French Marigolds, plants only grow to 30cms tall and produce bright coloured flowers in a mixture of orange and red hues. Easy to grow, suited to small pots.
When to Plant
Zone 1: October - April
Zone 2: September - May
Zone 3: Anytime
Zone 4: Anytime
Soil Ensure your soil is nutrient rich so prepare it with fresh manure and compost a fortnight before planting. Likes a well-drained soil type.
Soil pH Level 6.5-7.0
Position Full sun but won’t mind a little afternoon shading.
How to Plant Sow directly into your patch when daytime temperatures regularly surpass 18-20 degrees. If still too cold, propagate in seed trays and transplant when conditions have improved.
Spacing 15-20cms
Depth 0.5-1cm
Companion Plants Marigolds are often used as companion plants, as they are reputed to deter pests. Particularly helpful with tomatoes.
Approximate no. of seeds 75
Note: Little Veggie Patch Co source all of our seeds locally and in small batches to ensure they remain at their maximum viability for germination
