Compact, colorful, and full of garden personality!
Sparky Mix French Marigolds are little firecrackers of color, bursting with ruffled blooms in warm shades of red, orange, and yellow. These cheerful plants are hardworking too, perfect for borders, containers, and keeping pests at bay.
Variety: French Marigold Sparky Mix (Tagetes patula)
Growth Habit: Compact, warm-season annual
Height: 10–12 inches
Color: Red, orange, and yellow bicolors
Planting Conditions: Full sun; direct sow or transplant
Bloom Time: 50–60 days from sowing
Uses: Edging, containers, companion planting, pest control
Fun Fact: French marigolds are known to repel nematodes and other garden pests naturally, no sprays needed!
Sparky Mix is a garden multitasker. Its bright, frilly blooms bring a pop of color to beds and borders, while its natural pest-repelling powers make it a favorite for planting alongside veggies. Imagine a row of these sunny little blooms lining your garden path, buzzing with bees and keeping your tomatoes happy, it’s beauty and function in one tidy package.
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🌞 Choose a Sunny Spot: Full sun and well-drained soil are ideal.
🌱 Sow the Seeds: Plant ¼ inch deep, spacing 6–8 inches apart.
💧 Water Moderately: Water when the soil feels dry to the touch.
🌿 Thin and Maintain: Deadhead regularly to keep the blooms coming.
✂️ Harvest: Snip flowers for arrangements or let them bloom freely in place.
