African Marigold (Tagetes Erecta Mann Im Mond) 50 seeds (#1716)

Marigolds Mann im Mond is an annual plant, perfect for flowerbeds, borders, flowerbeds, balconies. An early variety, profusely and evenly flowering, with full, bright lemon yellow large flowers, 7-12 cm in diameter. The height of the plant is 80-100 cm.
Marigold is extremely decorative, very resistant to diseases and pests as well as temporary water shortage - one of the most popular plants for balconies, terraces or gardens for years. Marigold is so loved because it blooms all summer long, is very easy to grow and inexpensive.
The plant has not only aesthetic values, but also has allelopathic effects. Plants secrete specific chemicals to repel various pests, making marigold an ideal companion plant to protect other flowers and vegetables.
In addition, marigold flowers are edible, so we can use them in salads.
Approximately 50 seeds in 1g packet.

Genus - Tagetes
Species - Erecta
Variety - Mann Im Mond
Common name - African Marigold
Pre-Treatment - Not-required
Hardiness zones - 4 - 9
Height - 0,85 - 1 m
Spread - 0,40 - 0,50 m
Plant type - Annual Flower
Exposure - Full Sun
Growth rate - Fast
Soil PH - Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline
Soil type - Rich, well drained
Water requirements - Drought tolerant, average water
Landscape uses - Bedding Plant, Container, Edging, Mixed Border
Bloom season - June - October
Leaf / Flower color - Dark Green / Lemon yellow

GERMINATION INSTRUCTIONS
Sow in trays, pots, etc of good seed compost in a propagator or warm place to maintain an optimum temperature of +20-+25C.
Sow 3 mm deep.
Sowing time inside: February-April, outside - May-June.
Germination usually takes 7-21 days.
Transplant seedlings when large enough to handle.
Harden off and plant out when all risk of frost has passed 30cm apart in full sun or part shade.