Marigold Seeds – Long Double Variety 🌼
Marigold seeds, specifically the long double variety, are perfect for adding a vibrant and luxurious touch to gardens and balconies. These flowers are large, dense, and filled with attractive yellow to orange color gradients. They grow quickly, adapt easily, and are ideal for both amateur and professional gardeners.
- Key FeaturesLarge, dense double flowers with a luxurious appearance
- Attractive color mix: yellow, gold, and orange
- Fast and easy growth from seeds
- Attracts bees and butterflies, supporting biodiversity
- Helps repel certain garden pests
- Excellent heat and sun resistance
- Perfect for gardens, flower beds, and pathways
Plant Characteristics
- Plant Type: Annual flower
- Flower Form: Double and dense
- Flower Colors: Bright mixed colors
- Leaves: Dark green, feathery
- Growth Rate: Fast
Expected Plant Height
- Approximately 60–80 cm
Sunlight Requirements
- Full sun
- Requires 6–8 hours of direct sunlight daily
- Can tolerate partial shade, but flowering is best under full sun
Watering and Humidity
- Moderate, regular watering
- Allow soil to dry partially between waterings
- Does not tolerate waterlogged soil
- Relatively drought-tolerant once established
Suitable Soil
- Light, well-draining soil
- Loamy or sandy-loam garden soil
- Light addition of organic fertilizer recommended for optimal growth
Planting Period
- February – May (depending on climate)
- Can be sown in seedbeds and transplanted or planted directly in the soil
Germination and Flowering
- Germination: 7–14 days
- Flowering: 8–10 weeks after sowing
Indoor or Outdoor Use
- Outdoor: Ideal for gardens, fences, pathways, and large flower beds
- Indoor: Only in very sunny locations near a window with good ventilation
Care Instructions
- Sow seeds 0.5–1 cm deep
- Keep soil moist but not waterlogged
- Place plants in a sunny location
- Remove wilted flowers to encourage continuous blooming
- Light fertilization every 2–3 weeks can enhance growth