Heirloom French Marigold produces vibrant, long-lasting blooms that add a cheerful splash of color to garden beds, borders, and containers. This easy-to-grow heirloom variety is ideal for home gardens and contributes to a lively wildflower mix. Its colorful flowers attract pollinators, making it perfect for gardeners looking to enhance both beauty and biodiversity.
Features:
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Heirloom French Marigold variety
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Produces vibrant, long-lasting blooms
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Ideal for garden beds, borders, and containers
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Low-maintenance and easy to grow
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Attracts pollinators and enhances garden biodiversity
Specifications:
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Plant Type: Annual flowering plant
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Height: 6–18 inches
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Bloom Time: Late spring to fall
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Light Requirements: Full sun
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Soil Preference: Well-draining garden soil
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Zones: USDA hardiness zones 2–11
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Planting Season: Spring after last frost
Planting & Sowing Instructions:
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Indoor Sowing: Sow seeds in small pots with well-draining soil 6–8 weeks before the last frost. Lightly press seeds into soil and maintain consistent moisture. Germination typically occurs within 7–14 days.
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Transplanting: Move seedlings outdoors after frost risk has passed. Space plants 8–12 inches apart.
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Direct Sowing: Sow seeds directly into prepared garden soil after the last frost. Cover lightly and water gently.
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Care Tips: Maintain even soil moisture without overwatering. Remove spent blooms to encourage continuous flowering. Mulching helps retain soil moisture and regulate soil temperature.
