Marigold patula x erecta Zenith Mixed F1 Hybrid

Half-hardy Annual

• Flowers in : Summer to first frost
• Germination : Easy
• Aftercare : Easy
• Ideal for : Bedding, Borders, Containers
• Special Features : Edible Flowers
• Height : 14 inches

Description

The best ever bedding Marigold! Zenith is an Afro-French Hybrid, resulting in plants producing more flowers than almost as large as an African Marigold. Very bushy and vigorous plants producing masses of large crested or carnation-like flowers, in a wide range of yellows, reds, oranges and bicolour shades.

Outstanding weather resistance. Ideal for planting en-masse creating the 'wow' factor in borders or containers.

Height: 30-35cm (12-14in).

Culinary note: Some parts of these flowers are edible. For more details about edible flowers click here.

 Customer Rating

Reviews
Fabulous!
By Samantha Roberts 15-11-2010
I grew these for 2010 and they really were great. I was really pleased with them. They grew into bushy plants that were just right for bedding and had a nice range of colours. The flowers did last well even when it rained and I shall be buying more for next year. Recommended.

Sowing Instructions

Sow March to April. Sow seed on the surface of lightly firmed, moist seed compost in pots or trays and cover with a fine sprinkling of compost or vermiculite. Keep at a temperature of between 21-25C (70-75F). After sowing, do not exclude light as this helps germination. Keep the surface of the compost moist but not waterlogged; germination usually takes 7-21 days.

Growing Instructions

When large enough to handle, transplant seedlings into 7.5cm (3in) pots or trays. Gradually acclimatise plants to cooler conditions for a few weeks before planting out after all risk of frost, 30cm (12in) apart.

Aftercare

For best results, provide any ordinary, well-drained soil in full sun.