Marigold Disco Red

Seeds per packet: 80

The captivating Marigold Marietta Red, a standout in the Disco series. Dressed in striking bright red hues, this variety promises a spectacle as its 2 1/4-inch red blooms burst forth in abundance, turning any garden into a lively fiesta. These French marigolds, standing elegantly at 9 inches, aren’t just a feast for the eyes: their enticing fragrance, combined with the aroma from their foliage, makes them an olfactory delight. Perfect for those seeking a heat-tolerant, easy-to-grow annual, the Marietta Red blooms from spring to late summer, offering beauty, fragrance, and even a touch of nature as it attracts bees and butterflies.

Key Features:

• Vibrant Hue: Bright red 2 1/4-inch blooms.
• Compact Growth: Reaches a uniform height of 9 inches.
• Extended Bloom Time: Flowers vigorously from spring through summer.
• Attractant: Invites bees and butterflies to your garden.
• Fragrance: Dual-scented, featuring fragrant flowers and aromatic foliage.
• Heat Resilience: Performs exceptionally well under hot conditions.
• Garden Performance: Robust and trouble-free growth from seed.
• USDA Hardiness: Suitable for zones 3 – 10.
• Optimal Environment: Thrives in full sun and moist, well-drained soil with a pH of 5.6 – 6.5.
• Deer Resistance: Less likely to be a snack for passing deer.
• House Plant Potential: Can also be grown indoors.
• Botanical Identity: Tagetes patula.