| Cultivation:
Marigolds are generally broken down into four groups.
American (African), French, Triploid and Signet "Marigolds". Their
all very easy to grow. The Bonanza
series belongs to the French group. They produce 2" double
crested flower heads. French Marigolds are well suited to life in
containers, as well as beds.
Most Marigolds are great for
attracting Butterflies and used as a cut flower. Marigolds have a
distinctive fragrance that some people love and others hate.
Plant Marigold Bonanza Orange in full sun to light shade in fertile well drained soil either
in beds or containers. Space plants 6" to 10"
apart. When grown in containers feed Marigolds every two weeks with a
balanced liquid plant food. Remove spent flowers to promote new
flower growth.
Available colors: Bee,
Bolero, Flame, Gold, Orange, Yellow and a mixture.
Potential pests ~ diseases: Rare.
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