Marigolds

Last year decided to grow some border plants for a change straight from seed,was advised marigolds were easy to grow and would be suitable for the location,they were easy to grow and brightened the location up but on the downside they ended up about 2ft high,going to do the same again this year which type should i be looking out for that are only about 6 in high..........thanks

 

Try these Robbo

Marigold (French) 'Tiger Eyes' AGM - Flower Seeds from Mr Fothergills Seeds and Plants

 

There are lots of types of Marigolds , most are very easy from seed. I found the Boy-o-Boy type a good performer

Marigold (French) 'Boy-O-Boy' - Flower Seeds from Mr Fothergills Seeds and Plants

Just checked Thomson and Morgans site - they have 42 types of Marigold !

 

What type did you grow? I like the sound of 2ft marigolds.

 

I think the African ( never grown them ) are a lot taller than the French type . Apparently they all come from Mexico to confuse us some more

Help Growing African and French Marigolds | Gardeners Tips

 

No idea to be honest, think i got them from b+q or one of the other DIY stores..........

 

Try Tagetes (Pot Marigold).
I've been growing them for a few years now, they're an unfussy little plant which always put on a good show of colour and only grow to a height of about 1ft or less. I use the variety 'Starfire' from King's Seeds.
Not sure of your location and weather conditions, but I'm on sandy soil in a dry area and they seem to thrive on it.
These are mine, photo taken one evening in September last summer.

 

Strangely, we cannot grow Marigolds here for love nor money, either in pots or in the ground ...

 

finally...a flower that Vicky hasn't got !

 

I sowed my Marigold Tenuifolia 'Starfire' on Sunday morning. Three days later 100% germination and they are 1" tall - that is quick

 

My Marigold grew to about 3/4ft last year..

think these were them;
Buy Marigold Sunset Giant Seeds (African) at Marshalls Seeds