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Tagetes Patula French Marigold Bonita
Flower
FlowerTagetes patula 'Bonita'
- Partial sun
- Zones 2–11
- 60 days to maturity
- Flowers
- 6" spacing
- Low water
- pH 6–7.5
Overview
These compact French marigolds burst with fully double, ruffled blooms in warm sunset colors that bloom continuously until frost. Known for their pest-repelling properties and incredible heat tolerance, they're perfect companions for vegetable gardens and containers. Their bushy, mounded habit and non-stop flowering make them ideal for edging and mass plantings.
Planting
Direct sow after last frost date when soil is warm, or start indoors 4-6 weeks before last frost. Easy to grow from seed.
Growing
Sun: partial. Water: low. Soil pH: 6–7.5. Space plants 6" apart. Germination: 5-10.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Spider mites in hot weather, occasionally aphids. Common diseases: Root rot in waterlogged soils, rarely affected by diseases.