Pile of dried African Marigold seeds on a textured grey slate surface
Single seed of Tagetes erecta on a grey textured slate background
African Marigold seedlings in pots on black woven plastic surface
yellow flowers of African marigold with blurred green leafy background
Single lemon yellow flower of tagetes erecta with green blurred leafy background
Open and unopened yellow flowers of Tagetes erecta with green leafy background
hands holding a needle and an orange flower of tagetes erecta with a willow basket full of orange and yellow flowers on a wooden table
Pile of dried African Marigold seeds on a textured grey slate surface
Single seed of Tagetes erecta on a grey textured slate background
African Marigold seedlings in pots on black woven plastic surface
yellow flowers of African marigold with blurred green leafy background
Single lemon yellow flower of tagetes erecta with green blurred leafy background
Open and unopened yellow flowers of Tagetes erecta with green leafy background
hands holding a needle and an orange flower of tagetes erecta with a willow basket full of orange and yellow flowers on a wooden table

African Marigold Seeds
TAGETES ERECTA

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TAGETES SEEDS (Tagetes erecta / African Marigold)
Dye Colour: Yellow & Orange | Country of Collection: Ireland

Tagetes erecta, commonly known as African Marigold, produces stunning yellow and orange double flowers with an anemone-like shape. Growing to a uniform height of 25-30cm (10-12in) with blooms 5-7cm (2-2.5in) in diameter, they have a striking geometric appearance. These vibrant flowers are perfect for dyeing and eco-printing, bringing warm golden hues to your textile projects.

Dye Fastness: Medium

Basic Growing Information

🌱 Sowing Period: Early February to late May
⏳ Germination Time: 5 – 14 days
🌿 Height: 25 – 30cm (10 – 12in)
☀️ Preferred Garden Location: Full sun with well-drained soil

Additional Details

  • Open-pollinated & organically grown in Ireland
  • Germination rate: 68%
  • License number: IE010713
  • 75 seeds per packet

NOTE: Seeds and plants can only be shipped within Europe. Flowers can be used fresh or dried for dyeing and eco-printing.

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