Marigold Durango Tangerine

Marigold Durango Tangerine F1 Hybrid.  A luxuriant variety with intense, rich, orange anemone-like flower heads, borne on branching, uniform plants. Exceptionally early flowering with outstanding garden performance.

Height: 20-25cm (8-10in).

Sow

March – April

Flowers

June – October

How to Sow

Sow in spring at 21 -24C (70-75F) in a good seed compost. Just cover the seed with compost and keep the soil damp but not wet. Germination usually takes 5-14 days.
When seedlings are large enough to handle, transplant and grow in cooler conditions. Gradually acclimatise to outdoor conditions for 10-15 days before planting out after all risk of frost 18in apart in a sunny spot.

Culinary note

The citrus tasting flowers have many uses, try them in salads, sandwiches or seafood dishes too.