Description
Marvel II Gold Marigold Seeds 5600 – African Type. Hybrid. Annual.
Approx. 20 seeds/pkt (300 seeds/gram)
Spectactular Gold Blooms on Robust, Uniform Plants.
The Marvel II Gold is our premier intermediate-type African Marigold (Tagetes erecta), prized for its speed and reliability. This high-performance hybrid can begin blooming in as little as 60 days from sowing, producing massive 15 cm golden blooms that demand attention. Reaching a uniform height of 35–40 cm, these plants feature deep green foliage and excellent weather tolerance, making them a top choice for mass plantings, borders, and garden containers.
Quick Seed Details
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Product Code: 5600
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Type: Hybrid African Marigold (Annual)
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Seed Style: De-winged for easy handling and sowing
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Flower Size: 15 cm; bright gold
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Height: 35–40 cm
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Light Requirement: Full Sun
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Features: Fast-blooming; excellent weather resistance; uniform growth.
What you need to know to Plant & Grow
Marigolds are incredibly easy to grow and are a favourite for both novice and experienced gardeners.
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Sow Indoors: For earlier colour, start seeds in a soilless mix 6 weeks before the last frost. Maintain a temperature of 20°C for germination, which typically takes 7–10 days.
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Sow Outdoors: Direct seed in the garden in mid to late May. Sow 6 mm deep and keep the soil moist until sprouts appear.
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Transplanting: Thin or transplant seedlings to 25 cm apart once they reach 5–8 cm in height.
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Care: Choose a sunny site. Marigolds are famously robust, but deadheading (removing spent flowers) is highly recommended to encourage continuous blooming right into the autumn.
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Garden Benefit: The unique scent of Marigolds is known to naturally repel many common garden pests, making them an ideal “companion plant” for your vegetable patch.
Why Marvel II Gold Seeds belong in Your Garden
If you want the impact of a giant African Marigold on a plant that stays tidy and manageable, Marvel II Gold is the perfect hybrid. The “de-winged” seeds take the frustration out of sowing, and the rapid 60-day turnaround means you won’t be waiting all summer for a burst of colour. Whether used to protect your vegetables or to create a golden ribbon along a walkway, these marigolds are a reliable garden workhorse.
