Red Marigold Seeds - Flower Plant

Red Marigold is a vibrant flowering annual plant known for its richly colored blooms and compact bushy growth habit. This ornamental plant grows well in borders, flower beds, containers, and pollinator gardens where full sunlight and well-drained soil are available. It adapts to warm climates and produces abundant flowers throughout the growing season.

Features

• Produces vibrant red ornamental flowers
• Compact bushy annual growth habit
• Suitable for borders and containers
• Adapted to warm growing conditions
• Performs well in sunny outdoor locations
• Suitable for pollinator-friendly gardens

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Tagetes erecta
• Common Name (US): Marigold
• Seed Type / Variety: Red Variety
• Growth Habit: Upright flowering annual
• USDA Zones: 2-11 grown as annual
• Planting Season: Spring after frost
• Growing Season: Spring through fall
• Sowing Season: March to July
• Germination Time and Conditions: 1-2 weeks in soil temperatures around 70-80°F (21-27°C)
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained sandy or loamy soil
• Watering Needs: Moderate watering
• Mature Plant Size: 8-36 inches tall, 8-24 inches spread
• Plant Spacing: 8-18 inches apart