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African Marigold

No scientific name recorded
Also known as Mexican marigold (en)

A variety of marigold

How to sow african marigold: Direct seed outdoors after last frost, thin

Sun requirement for african marigold: Plant in Full Sun

African Marigold, or Mexican Marigold, is a species of marigold that is native to Mexico. It is taller and more upright than the French Marigold. It's large yellow and orange flowers can measure up to 13cm in diameter. Although it is in the Daisy (Asteraceae) family with Calendula or Pot Marigold, the two plants are in separate genera. African Marigolds attract beneficial pollinators and their strong scent can deter and confuse pests. Some varieties are edible. Florets can be used as food coloring and dye.

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African marigold facts

Lifespan

Annual living and reproducing in a single year or less

Height × spread

120cm × 60cm

Row Spacing

45cm

Growing african marigolds

  1. Sow seeds in trays 6 weeks before planting out
  2. Harden off the seedlings 1 week before planting out
  3. Water regularly at planting out every week
  4. Pick off the dead flowers 6 weeks after planting out every 2 weeks
  5. Collect seed heads 6 weeks after first harvest
  6. Pull out finished plants 12 weeks after first harvest

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