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Marigold Seeds, Linnaeus Burning Embers
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Marigold Seeds, Linnaeus Burning Embers
Marigold Seeds, Linnaeus Burning Embers
Marigold Seeds, Linnaeus Burning Embers
Close up of Linnaeus Burning Embers Marigold on a white background.
Marigold Seeds, Linnaeus Burning Embers
Linnaeus Burning Embers Marigold on bright blue background.
Linnaeus Burning Embers Marigold in tea kettle on marbled background.
Marigold Seeds, Linnaeus Burning Embers
Marigold Seeds, Linnaeus Burning Embers
Marigold Seeds, Linnaeus Burning Embers

Marigold Seeds,
Linnaeus Burning Embers

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Description

(Tagetes patula). A smoldering and memorable marigold with gracefully wavy stems, and smoky orange and red blooms that resemble embers in a crackling fire. This old variety has long been tended at the Linnaeus Botanical Gardens in Uppsala, Sweden.

Plant Details

Botanical Name
Tagetes patula
Life Cycle
Annual
Growth Habit
Bush
Sun Requirement
Full sun
Days to Germinate
5–10
Days to Maturity
65–75
Planting Depth
¼ in.
Plant Spacing
8–10 in.
Ideal Temperature
65–80°F
Frost Hardy
No

Growing Guide

When to Grow

Start seeds indoors 4–6 weeks before the last spring frost or sow directly outdoors once soil has warmed and all danger of frost has passed. If you’re not sure how to find your first and last frost dates, consult our blog post 'Our Experts Answer Questions, Share Resources.'

How to Sow and Plant

Sow seeds 1/4 inch deep in well-drained, fertile soil. Keep soil moist but not soggy during germination. Choose a planting location with full to partial sun for optimal flowering and plant health.

How to Grow

Thin or transplant seedlings when they reach 2–3 inches tall, spacing 8–10 inches apart. Water deeply but infrequently, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Deadhead regularly to maintain flowering, and apply a balanced fertilizer once per month during the growing season.

How to Save Seeds

  • Wait for flowers to dry completely on the plant.
  • Snip off the withered heads and place in a paper bag.
  • Break apart the flower head to reveal long, slender seeds.
  • Remove any chaff or petals.
  • Store seeds in a cool, dark, dry place in a labeled envelope or jar.

FAQ

Are Linnaeus Burning Embers marigolds good for companion planting?

Yes. These compact, bushy plants attract pollinators while repelling garden pests, which makes them useful for edging beds and tucking in among tomatoes, peppers, and other vegetables. Nematodes are a separate matter: that effect comes from compounds released by marigold roots rather than from scent, and it takes a dense stand grown as a cover crop over a full season, not a few plants along a border.

Do Linnaeus Burning Embers marigolds reseed themselves?

They may reseed in mild climates, and seed can be saved, but marigolds are insect-pollinated and cross readily, so isolate this variety from other marigolds by at least 300 to 500 feet, or cage and hand-pollinate, if you want the Burning Embers coloring to come true. Seed saved from a mixed planting will give variable offspring.

Can these marigolds tolerate heat and humidity?

Yes, they are well-adapted to summer heat and can handle humidity with proper spacing and airflow. Avoid overhead watering to reduce the risk of fungal issues in damp conditions.

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Customer reviews

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What gardeners are saying

  • Big, bushy plants: Grows waist high and 3 feet wide; one plant fills a spot.

  • Fiery, varied blooms: Red and orange flames, with patterns varying on one plant.

  • Hundreds of blooms: Flowers nonstop from early in the season until hard frost.

  • Great cut flower: Long stems and blooms that last well in a vase.

  • Growing tips: Tall plants lean in wind; stake them or give them room.

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