Marigold Sparky Mixed Seeds – Tagetes patula

Marigold Sparky Mixed Seeds – Tagetes patula

A cheerful and colourful annual producing masses of vibrant double blooms in a mix of bright yellow, orange, and red shades. Compact and easy to grow, Marigold Sparky Mixed is perfect for garden beds, borders, pots, containers, and cottage gardens. The flowers are also excellent for adding colour to bouquets and attracting beneficial pollinators.
Each packet contains approximately 200 seeds.

Planting Instructions:

Sowing Time: Spring to early summer

Position: Full sun

Soil: Well drained, fertile soil enriched with compost

Sowing Depth: Lightly cover with soil (5mm deep)

Spacing: 20 to 30cm apart

Germination Time: 7 to 14 days

Flowering Time: Approximately 8 to 10 weeks after sowing

Growing Tips:

Keep soil moist during germination but avoid waterlogging.

Once established, Marigolds are relatively drought tolerant.

Deadhead spent flowers regularly to encourage continued flowering.

Pinch out growing tips when young to encourage bushier growth.

Remove spent blooms and foliage regularly to keep plants healthy and flowering well.

Suitable for garden beds, borders, pots, and containers.