Marigold 'Crackerjack Mix'

Юрий Д.К., CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons 

Growing Information

HEIGHT: 24 - 36 inches

SPREAD: 12 - 18 inches

LIGHT: Full Sun

WATER: Moderate; prefers evenly moist, well-drained soil 

IN BLOOM:   Early Summer to Frost

HARDINESS:  Zones 2-11

TYPE:   Annual

Crackerjack Mix Marigold is a classic heirloom African marigold renowned for its enormous, fully double blooms in brilliant shades of golden yellow, bright orange, and rich gold. Blooming continuously from early summer until frost, these vigorous plants produce sturdy stems topped with showy flowers that brighten the garden while attracting bees, butterflies, and other beneficial pollinators. Their impressive height and long-lasting blooms make them excellent for borders, cutting gardens, and seasonal displays.

Key Features

• Large, fully double flowers in shades of yellow, gold, and orange

• Blooms continuously from early summer until frost

• Tall, vigorous plants with strong stems

• Excellent cut flower

• Attracts bees, butterflies, and other beneficial pollinators

• Heat-tolerant and easy to grow

• Classic heirloom variety

Ideal Uses