Red Gem Marigold seeds

Red Gem marigold is a unique heirloom quite unlike common marigolds. It has lovely lacy leaves and dainty single flowers in a vibrant shade of red, contrasting nicely with a deep yellow center. The leaves and flowers have a subtle citrus aroma and the flowers are edible. This marigold quickly grows into dense mounds reaching only 12” and covered with flowers. Red Gem is equally at home in the garden and patio containers. Marigold is the ultimate useful flower! Not only are the petals edible, it can repel garden pests such as whiteflies and nematodes. Try interplanting this beauty among your vegetable crops! It also makes excellent chicken supplemental feed.   Tagetes tenuifolia Days to bloom: 65 Full sun Sprouts in 5-10 Days Ideal Temperature: 75-80 Degrees F Frost Hardy: No 75 seeds per packed minimum