Alumia Creme Brulee Marigold
Tagetes patula. Alumia Crème Brulée's creamy yellow and red bicolour flowers are held above a 10-12" plant with excellent garden performance. These early bloomers, with anemone-type blooms, offer a reliable marigold perfect for edging. Transplant out after all danger of frost is past, and enjoy all summer long. The French marigold is a compact, bushier plant and provides colourful edging to flower beds and walkways. Approx. 50 seeds/pkg.
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Planting:
Very easy to grow. Start inside 6-8 weeks before last frost. Start African types earlier than French types. Cover seed with 1⁄4 inches of soil and provide an average soil warmth (75 degrees F). Transplant after last frost into a sunny location. May also be direct seeded 2 weeks before last frost.
Growing:
Will grow well in poor soil. Space African types 12-18 inches apart, and French types 6-8 inches apart. Deadhead regularly.