Tagetes patula Honeycomb
Half-hardy Annual
- Position: Full sun
- Soil: Well drained
- Height: 10 inches
- Germination: Easy
- Aftercare: Easy
- Ideal for: Bedding, Children
Description
Vibrant warmth of colors.
Crested, fully double, prolific 2in blooms create one of summer's most glowing displays.
Sowing Instructions
| Sowing time: | Indoors 6-8 weeks before last spring frost or outdoors after last frost |
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| Sowing depth: | 1/8 inch (3mm) |
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Sow in trays, pots, etc of good seed sowing mix in a propagator or warm place to maintain an optimum temperature of 70-75F (20-25C).
Germination usually takes 7-21 days.
Growing Instructions
Transplant seedlings when large enough to handle.
Harden off and plant out when all risk of frost has passed 30cm (12in) apart in full sun.
Aftercare Instructions
Deadhead regularly to prolong blooming
