Tagetes erecta (African Marigold)
Botanical Information
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Genus | Tagetes |
| Species | erecta |
| Category | Annuals |
| Origin | Native to Mexico, and Central America. |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Flowering Period | June, July, August, September, October |
Description and Growing Information
| Cultivation | Easily grown in average, evenly moist, well-drained soils in full sun. Appreciates some light afternoon shade in hot summer climates. |
Photographs
Tagetes erecta Inca II ™ 'Orange'.
Tagetes erecta Moonstruck™ 'Lemon Yellow'.