Mr Fothergills Marigold (French) Dwarf Double Mix Seedsed

Description

Mr Fothergills Marigold (French) Dwarf Double Mixed Seeds

Marigold (French) Dwarf Double Mixed Seeds produce compact, vibrant plants bursting with yellow, orange and red double blooms, making them perfect for brightening borders, patio pots and vegetable gardens. As reliable pollinator attractors and natural pest deterrents, they offer both beauty and practical benefits throughout the summer.

Key Features

• Bright double blooms in warm shades of yellow, orange and red

• Compact 20cm plants ideal for borders, edging and containers

• Attracts bees while helping to naturally repel garden pests

• Long flowering season from early summer to the first frost

• Easy to grow, drought-tolerant and low-maintenance

Product Description

Dwarf French Marigold (Tagetes patula) is a classic bedding favourite, valued for its reliable performance, vibrant colour mix and natural ability to repel common garden pests such as whitefly and aphids. These bushy, low-growing plants reach just 20cm in height, forming a dense, colourful carpet that suits small gardens, container displays and vegetable patches alike.

The fully double flowers, each around 5cm across, bloom prolifically through the summer months, thriving in full sun and well-drained soil. Their resilience and drought tolerance make them a great choice for gardeners seeking a fuss-free yet high-impact plant.

Highly attractive to bees, these marigolds support a healthy garden ecosystem while contributing to pest management when planted among crops such as tomatoes and peppers. Whether used in borders, edging pathways, filling patio pots or acting as companion plants, this cheerful mix offers long-lasting colour and practical value.

Specifications

• Botanical Name: Tagetes patula

• Plant Class: Half Hardy Annual

• Height: 20cm / 8in

• Position: Full Sun

• Habit: Bushy, dwarf, ground cover

• Colour: Orange and yellow

• Attractive to: Bees

• Flowering Period: JuneOctober

Sowing & Growing Tips

• Indoors (FebApr):

  • Sow 0.5cm deep in trays at 1520C.

  • Seedlings appear in 1421 days.

  • Transplant 5cm apart and grow on in cooler conditions.

  • Harden off before planting outdoors in MayJune, spacing 20cm apart.

• Outdoors (AprMay):

  • Sow 1.5cm deep where they are to flower in prepared, watered soil.

  • Thin seedlings as required and keep watered until established.

Bring Colour and Practical Benefits to Your Garden

Choose Marigold (French) Dwarf Double Mixed Seeds to enjoy a vibrant, long-lasting display while boosting pollinators and helping protect your vegetable beds. A rewarding, easy-to-grow addition for any garden.