Crackerjack Marigold Seeds – Tall Mixed Colour Tagetes erecta
- Precio
- $3.49
🌼 Bring a warm burst of colour to your garden with Crackerjack Marigold seeds from Seattle Seed Company. This classic Tagetes erecta variety produces bold, 4-inch blooms in golds, yellows, tangerines, and oranges — perfect for brightening borders, patio pots, or the heads of garden rows. A wonderful gift for any gardener who loves a reliable, showy summer display.
🌿 Features
- 🌸 Large, showy blooms: Flowers reach up to 4 inches wide in a rich mix of gold, yellow, tangerine, and orange tones.
- 📏 Tall, sturdy plants: Grows to an impressive 30–42 inches tall, making them a strong focal point in any garden bed.
- 🗓️ Early blooming: Gets going quickly in the season so you enjoy colour for longer.
- 🔄 Long-lasting season: Deadhead regularly to keep the blooms coming all summer long.
- 🐛 Natural pest deterrent: Marigolds are well known for repelling deer, soil nematodes, and a wide range of common insect pests.
- 🌱 Fast germination: Seeds typically sprout in just 7–10 days at a soil temperature of 70°F.
- 🪴 Versatile growing options: Thrives in garden beds, raised rows, patio containers, and hanging baskets.
💛 Benefits
- 🌻 A garden full of colour: The mixed palette of warm tones creates a vibrant, cheerful display that lasts all season.
- 🛡️ Natural garden protection: Plant near vegetables or prized flowers to help keep pests and deer at bay — no chemicals needed.
- 🎁 A thoughtful gift: Easy to grow and rewarding to tend — these seeds make a lovely, feel-good gift for gardening friends and family.
- 🏡 Flexible for any space: Whether you have a large backyard or a small balcony, Crackerjack Marigolds work beautifully in beds and pots alike.
- ✅ Beginner-friendly: Quick germination and low-maintenance care make these ideal for new and experienced gardeners.
📋 Product Specifications
- Variety: Crackerjack Marigold (Tagetes erecta)
- Bloom size: Up to 4 inches wide
- Plant height: 30–42 inches
- Colours: Mixed — gold, yellow, tangerine, orange
- Germination time: 7–10 days
- Ideal soil temperature for germination: 70°F
- Bloom season: Early; blooms all season with deadheading
- Uses: Garden borders, row heads, patio pots, hanging baskets
- Vendor: Seattle Seed Company
🌱 How to Grow
- Step 1: Sow seeds in well-draining soil once temperatures are consistently around 70°F.
- Step 2: Keep the soil moist but not waterlogged during germination — seeds should sprout within 7–10 days.
- Step 3: Thin seedlings to allow good airflow as plants can reach up to 42 inches tall.
- Step 4: Deadhead spent blooms regularly to encourage continuous flowering throughout the season.
- Step 5: Enjoy the blooms — and let them do double duty by naturally deterring pests in your garden.
🛒 Add Crackerjack Marigold seeds to your garden this season and enjoy months of bold, cheerful colour. Stock is limited — grab yours today from Seattle Seed Company.
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About Seattle Seed Company
### About Seattle Seed Company
Seattle Seed Company is a family-owned business founded in 2010 and based on Whidbey Island, Washington. Dedicated to sustainability, food security, and environmental stewardship, the company specializes in high-quality heirloom and non-GMO seeds sourced from small farms and seed cooperatives.
Their mission is to help families, schools, and communities grow healthy, nutritious food while promoting sustainable gardening practices and preserving the integrity of our food supply. Through their Safe Seed Pledge, Seattle Seed Company commits to not knowingly buying or selling genetically engineered seeds and supports agricultural practices that foster healthy soils, biodiversity, and resilient communities.
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