Days to maturity: 60 from seeding
6 plants in biodegradable multi-pack of 6
A unique marigold with an abundance of small flowers, Starfire Mix blooms in shades of red, orange, and yellow, with elegant, fragrant foliage. A great border flower growing to 60cm (24”), these also make for a nice cut flower and edible flower garnish.
Pinch the growing tips to encourage branching. This prevents tall, spindly plants. Dead head regularly throughout the growing season.
French Marigolds (Tagetes patula) produce chemicals that kill soil nematodes and repel whitefly. Avoid planting them near beans. Mexican Marigolds (T. minuta) have the same effect, and may repel rabbits.