MARIGOLD Seeds, Sparky Mix

Sparky Mix Marigold (Tagetes patula 'Sparky Mix') is an heirloom-type, open-pollinated French marigold producing a bright mix of orange, yellow, and red blooms on compact, bushy plants. Cheerful and long-flowering, it is also a classic companion plant.

At a glance

• Botanical name: Tagetes patula 'Sparky Mix'
• Type: Open-pollinated annual
• Mature height: 12 to 18 inches
• Bloom: Mixed orange, yellow, and red, all season
• Sun: Full sun
• Soil: Well-drained, moderately fertile
• Spacing: 8 to 10 inches

Best for

• Borders, edging, and containers
• Companion planting with vegetables
• Pollinator gardens
• Cut flowers and color spots

How to grow

Sow after the last frost in full sun and well-drained soil, spacing plants 8 to 10 inches apart. Keep moisture consistent during establishment. Deadhead spent blooms to keep flowers coming all season. Marigolds are easy, fast, and often planted near vegetables to deter pests.

About 99Heirlooms

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