French Marigold (Tagetes patula Linnaeus) – 250 pcs (±) / 1 g Seeds

Tagetes "Linnaeus" (Linnaeus / Burning Embers) is a striking ornamental variety with rich, fiery flowers in red, orange and golden shades. The flowers resemble glowing embers and create a strong visual effect in the garden.

The plant is compact, well-branched and forms dense clumps with abundant flowering throughout the summer. In addition to its ornamental value, tagetes is known for attracting beneficial insects and repelling pests, making it an excellent choice for companion planting.

The variety is easy to grow and highly adaptable, thriving both in the garden and in pots. It is suitable for both beginners and experienced gardeners.

Key features

✔️ Species: Tagetes patula (French marigold, annual plant)
✔️ Quantity: ~250 seeds (1 g)
✔️ Height: approximately 30–70 cm (depending on conditions)
✔️ Colours: red, orange, yellow, mahogany shades
✔️ Flowering: from early summer to autumn
✔️ Germination: 5–10 days under suitable conditions
✔️ Exposure: sun
✔️ Soil: well-drained, moderately moist
✔️ Compact, well-branched plant

 Benefits

✔️ Bright, rich colours with a unique "fiery" effect
✔️ Easy to grow – ideal for beginners
✔️ Long, abundant flowering throughout the season
✔️ Repels pests and supports the garden ecosystem
✔️ Suitable for flower beds, pots and borders
✔️ Fast growth and high adaptability

Application

Tagetes "Linnaeus" is ideal for flower beds, borders, pots and decorative arrangements. It is also often used in vegetable gardens as a natural defence against pests.

A perfect choice for creating colourful accents and contrast in the garden, as well as for combining with other plants to create a richer, more vibrant design.