An Italian heirloom from Tuscany and one of the favorite kale varieties - easy to grow, delicious, and tender. The best kale variety to use raw in salads or stews. It is frost tolerant, fun to grow, and a light frost improves the flavor. Because it can grow over 3 feet, it is sometimes called Dinosaur kale.
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Tagetes patula
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Delightful little heirloom Marigolds that produce brightly colored flowers all summer long. They are self-seeding, drought-tolerant, and tough! Great for containers and will grow in the most difficult places in your garden with full sun.
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Marigold French Sparky
Introduction
Marigold French Sparky is an annual flower that is known for its bright orange blooms and its daisy-like appearance. It is a popular choice for gardens because it is easy to care for and it attracts pollinators.
Summary
- Marigold French Sparky has bright orange blooms and a daisy-like appearance.
- It is easy to care for and attracts pollinators.
- It can be grown in full sun or partial shade.
- It blooms from early summer to fall.
Why should I plant Marigold French Sparky?
- It is easy to care for.
- It attracts pollinators.
- It has bright orange blooms that add color to the garden.
- It can be grown in a variety of conditions.
Some interesting facts about Marigold French Sparky
- The scientific name for Marigold French Sparky is Tagetes patula.
- It is native to Mexico and Central America.
- The flowers can be used to make tea or potpourri.
- The leaves can be used to make a natural insect repellent.
How do I germinate Marigold French Sparky seeds?
- Sow the seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost date.
- Plant the seeds 1/4 inch deep in a well-draining potting mix.
- Keep the soil moist but not soggy.
- The seeds will germinate in 5-14 days.
Additional Tips
- Marigold French Sparky prefers full sun but can tolerate partial shade.
- It is drought tolerant but will appreciate regular watering during hot, dry weather.
- Fertilize monthly with a balanced fertilizer.
- Deadhead spent blooms to encourage continued flowering.
Tagetes patula
Data sheet
- Water Needs:
- Low
Low/Moderate
Moderate
- Light:
- Full Sun
Full Sun / Partial Shade
- Zones:
- 2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
Annual grow in all zones
- Growth Cycle:
- Annual
- Soil Type:
- ALL Tolerant of most soils
Chalky Soil
Clay Soil
Loamy Soil
Peaty Soil
Saline Soil
Sandy Soil
Silty Soil
- Edible:
- Yes
- Color:
- Magenta
Orange
Red
Yellow
- Height:
- d: 6 to 12 Inches
- Growing Instructions:
- Direct sow after last frost no deeper than 1/4” into well prepared soil. Keep seed bed moist (Not Wet) until established. Germination 5-14 days.
- Warnings:
- None
- Special Features:
- Butterfiles and Pollinators
Container Growing
Drying and Crafts
Ornamental
- Growth Rate:
- Fast
Moderate/Fast
- Evergreen
- No
Specific References
- UPC
- 810071360794
- MPN
- MFSTE50X