
LIFE CYCLE
Annual
PLANT CHARACTERISTICS
hardy plant
GROWTH HABIT
Compact and bushy
BLOOM SEASON
Spring to late autumn
FLAVOUR PROFILE
companion planting
SUITABLE FOR
Outdoor
SEED TYPE
Open Pollinated
PLANT TYPE
Flowering Plant
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
bright sunlight
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes this marigold color combination distinctive?
What makes this marigold color combination distinctive?
Rich mahogany petals surrounding bright yellow centers create bold contrast in sunny flower beds and borders.
Can it create contrast in mixed plantings?
Can it create contrast in mixed plantings?
Yes. The two-tone flowers pair well with both warm and cool-colored companion plants.
Which flowers complement bicolor marigolds?
Which flowers complement bicolor marigolds?
Blue salvia, white zinnias, purple asters, and orange cosmos create vibrant combinations.
Can it define garden borders?
Can it define garden borders?
Yes. Compact flowering plants provide colorful edging along pathways and raised beds.
Does it suit festive seasonal displays?
Does it suit festive seasonal displays?
Yes. Warm flower colors make it popular for colorful ornamental plantings.
Do beneficial insects visit the blooms?
Do beneficial insects visit the blooms?
The flowers may attract bees and other pollinating insects during the blooming period.