Marigold ‘Burgundy Bliss’

Tagetes patula

Features

  • Easy to grow
  • Edible
  • Fragrant
  • Heat-loving

Description

The deep rusty-red petals on these medium-size, double flowers are outlined in a glowing golden orange that continues onto the backs of the petals, making for a lovely contrast. Flowers are borne on stems that are long and willowy, but still strong enough for cutting. Tall plants are heavily branching, with lots of side buds. These would be good for designers and in arrangements, but they may be a bit too rangey in habit for mixed bouquets. Bred by Peace Seedlings.

Details

Plant type: annual
Height: 36 to 60 in
Site: full sun
Days to maturity: 70 to 90 days
Plant spacing: 9 to 12 in
Pinch: when 8 to 12 in tall

Seed Sowing & Growing Notes

Start seed indoors in trays 4 to 6 weeks before last frost; transplant out after all danger of frost has passed. Marigolds can also be direct-seeded once the weather has warmed.

Harvesting/Vase Life

Harvest when flowers are about half open and strip off most of the foliage. Expect a vase life of 7 to 10 days.

Details

Description

The deep rusty-red petals on these medium-size, double flowers are outlined in a glowing golden orange that continues onto the backs of the petals, making for a lovely contrast. Flowers are borne on stems that are long and willowy, but still strong enough for cutting. Tall plants are heavily branching, with lots of side buds. These would be good for designers and in arrangements, but they may be a bit too rangey in habit for mixed bouquets. Bred by Peace Seedlings.

Details

Plant type: annual
Height: 36 to 60 in
Site: full sun
Days to maturity: 70 to 90 days
Plant spacing: 9 to 12 in
Pinch: when 8 to 12 in tall

Seed Sowing & Growing Notes

Start seed indoors in trays 4 to 6 weeks before last frost; transplant out after all danger of frost has passed. Marigolds can also be direct-seeded once the weather has warmed.

Harvesting/Vase Life

Harvest when flowers are about half open and strip off most of the foliage. Expect a vase life of 7 to 10 days.

Sources

How to Grow

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