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Annual Plant (M) KS12

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Marigold Fiesta
Botanical Name: Tagetes erecta
Type: Half-Hardy Annual

Marigold Fiesta is a stunning African marigold variety known for its large, vibrant, fully double blooms in shades of bright orange, yellow, and fiery red. This robust and tall-growing marigold is perfect for adding dramatic height and colour to borders, beds, and containers. Fiesta’s strong stems and abundant flowers make it a favourite for cut flowers and summer displays.

Plant Details

Type: Half-Hardy Annual
Height: 25 – 30 cm
Spread: 30 – 40 cm
Flowers: July – October
Position: Full sun, well-drained soil

Growing Information

Sow Indoors: indoors from March / Direct sow outdoors from April, in seed trays or pots, lightly covered with compost.
Germination: 7 – 14 days at 18 – 22°C
Transplant: Harden off and plant out after last frost, spacing plants 30 – 40 cm apart.
Care: Water moderately, deadhead to encourage more blooms and prevent seed formation.

Why You’ll Love It

Large, showy, fully double flowers in warm summer hues
Tall, sturdy plants ideal for dramatic garden displays
Excellent for cutting & fresh flower arrangements
Long flowering period from mid-summer to autumn
Easy to grow, pest-resistant, and drought-tolerant

Top Tip

Provide sturdy support for tall plants if exposed to strong winds. Regular deadheading will keep plants blooming prolifically.

Perfect For

Borders & back of beds
Cut flower gardens
Patio containers & large pots
Pollinator-friendly gardens
Low-maintenance summer colour

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