Tagetes patula 'Hero series'

French Marigold

Hero Orange Bee

Tips for Homeowners:

Water and fertilize regularly.

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Early to flower, this marigold is favored for its large double flowers and compact growth.

  • Extra big flowers in bold colors
  • Vigorous, compact habit
  • Easy to grow

Bring summer long color to borders, mass plantings or in containers.

Height: 10-12 in
Spread: 10-12 in
Zone: 10-11
Color: Gold, Multi-Color, Orange, Yellow

Interesting Notes about French Marigold:

Marigolds are an easy annual to grow in poor soils as long as it is well-drained.  If the soil is heavy in organic matter the plant will over-produce the foliage and under-produce the flowers.  They need full sun for the production of flowers, but will take some shade, especially if it is in the afternoon.


Characteristics & Attributes

Attributes:

  • Mass Planting
  • Garden
  • Fast Growing
  • Blooms all Season
  • Great Foliage
  • Border or Bed
  • Summer Bloomer
  • Low Maintenance
  • Edging
  • Cut Flower/ Foliage
  • Long Blooming

Foliage Color:

  • Green

Exposure:

  • Full Sun

Attracts Wildlife:

  • Attracts Butterflies

Critter Resistance:

  • Rabbit Resistant
  • Deer Resistant

Habit:

  • Mounding
  • Upright

Season of Interest (Flowering):

  • Summer

Soil Moisture:

  • Average Water
  • Moist, Well-Drained