LIFE CYCLE
Annual
PLANT CHARACTERISTICS
Bright
GROWTH HABIT
Bushy and upright
BLOOM SEASON
Spring to Late Summer
FLAVOUR PROFILE
Not applicable
SUITABLE FOR
OUT DOOR
SEED TYPE
Open Pollinated
PLANT TYPE
Flowering Annual
PLANTING SEASON
Spring, Summer
FRUIT SIZE
Not applicable
PLANT HEIGHT
30–45 cm
LIGHT REQUIREMENT
Full Sun
WATER NEEDS
Moderate
HARDINESS ZONES
USDA Zones 2–11
CONTAINER GARDEN
Yes
PLANT SPACING
20–25 cm
PLANTING DEPTH
0.5–1 cm
GROWING CONDITIONS
Warm climate
Frequently Asked Questions
What shade of yellow do these marigold blooms display?
What shade of yellow do these marigold blooms display?
The flowers are a clear bright lemon yellow that gives a fresh cheerful look distinct from deeper gold or orange marigold types
Is the compact size useful as a companion plant among vegetables?
Is the compact size useful as a companion plant among vegetables?
At 30–45 cm the bushy plants fit neatly alongside crops where their colour and presence can complement the vegetable bed
Do gardeners often use marigolds of this type near other plants for their traditional association?
Do gardeners often use marigolds of this type near other plants for their traditional association?
Many place them near vegetables because of the long-held belief that their scent may help deter certain common garden insects
Will pinching the tips early produce a fuller plant covered in lemon yellow blooms?
Will pinching the tips early produce a fuller plant covered in lemon yellow blooms?
Yes removing the growing point encourages branching and results in more flowers across the compact bushy form
Can regular deadheading keep the bright yellow colour coming through late summer?
Can regular deadheading keep the bright yellow colour coming through late summer?
Removing spent blooms prompts the plants to form new buds supporting continuous flowering in full sun
Are these marigolds suitable for both garden borders and containers?
Are these marigolds suitable for both garden borders and containers?
The upright bushy habit and moderate height make them versatile for sunny beds pots and mixed plantings where bright lemon yellow is wanted