Marvel II Orange Marigold Seeds - Marigold, 25 seeds

Quantity: 25 Seeds / pack

Marvel II Orange is an intermediate-type African marigold (Tagetes erecta) with large, fully double orange blooms on well-branched, sturdy plants about 16-18 inches tall. Selected for improved branching, earliness, and weather resistance, it holds its color through the season. A reliable bedding and container marigold.

Why choose our seeds?

• Large, fully double orange blooms on compact 16-18 inch plants
• Well-branched, weather-resistant habit for beds and containers
• 25 seeds per packet

How to grow Marvel II Orange Marigold seeds

Choose Your Planting Method

• Indoors: Start indoors 4-6 weeks before the last frost.
• Outdoors: Direct sow after all danger of frost has passed.

Prepare Your Materials

• Seed-starting trays or pots (if indoors)
• Well-draining seed-starting mix
• Spray bottle for misting

Sowing the Seeds

• Sow 1/4 inch deep and cover lightly — darkness aids germination.

Provide the Right Conditions

• Light: Bright light; full sun outdoors.
• Temperature: 70-75°F (21-24°C) for germination.

Germination

• Seedlings emerge in 5-10 days.
• Grow on in strong light to keep seedlings stocky.

Transplanting

• Transplant after the last frost.
• Space plants 8-10 inches apart.

Care Tips

• Sun: Full sun for the strongest color and sturdiest stems.
• Water: Keep evenly moist until established; avoid overhead watering once blooming.
• Fertilizer: Average soil is fine; feed lightly every couple of weeks for vigorous plants.
• Deadhead spent flowers regularly to keep new blooms coming.

Bloom Time:

Blooms from summer until frost.