Heirloom Flower Seeds - Marigold Petite Series Mixed
Very dwarf mixture of the crested French Marigolds, plants only grow to 30cms tall and produce bright coloured flowers in a mixture of orange and red hues. Easy to grow, suited to small pots.
Soil
Ensure your soil is nutrient rich so prepare it with fresh manure and compost a fortnight before planting. Likes a well-drained soil type.
Soil pH Level6.5-7.0
Position
Full sun but won’t mind a little afternoon shading.
How to Plant
Sow directly into your patch when daytime temperatures regularly surpass 18-20 degrees. If still too cold, propagate in seed trays and transplant when conditions have improved.
Spacing 10-15cms
Depth 0.5-1cm
Companion Plants
Marigolds are often used as companion plants, as they are reputed to deter pests. Particularly helpful with tomatoes.
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