organic marigold Crackerjack
$ 4,50 – $ 14,00
Tagetes erecta, Asteraceae
Indian rose, African tagetes, aztec marigold
The 'Crackerjack' marigold has been popular for over 40 years. Huge yellow to yellow-orange pompons, as seen strung in garlands at religious ceremonies in India. Given to hens, the petals make the egg yolk more fiery. An indispensable flavoring in Georgian, Uzbek and Caucasian cuisine in general... It is also an excellent cut flower. 90 cm.
bag = 90-100 seeds
4 g = 525 seeds
Seeds certified organic by Québec Vraiproduced here at LA SOCIÉTÉ DES PLANTES
The marigold can be a perennial, but since it's not very hardy, it's grown as an annual. Sow seeds indoors in moist potting soil 6-8 weeks before last frost. Germination 4-14 days, between 21 °C and 27 °C. Transplant after any danger of frost, spaced 30-45 cm apart in all directions.
| Format: | Sachet, 4g |
|---|---|
| # of the lot for sale | SDP211 |
| Germination rate for 2024 of the lot on sale | 81% |
| Test germination conditions | Darkness, 24ºC |
| Number of seeds per bag | 95 |
