Boy 'O' Boy Mixed Marigold

Half-hardy Annual

• Position: Full sun
• Soil: Well drained
• Height: 10 inches
• Germination: Easy
• Aftercare: Easy
• Special Features: Edible flowers
• Ideal for: Bedding, Children, Cut Flower, Patio, Tubs

Description

An outstanding French Marigold because of the wonderful anemone-like flowers of mahogany-red. Their garden performance, uniformity, early flowering and basal branching make them a summer garden necessity.

Sowing Instructions

Sowing time:	Indoors 6-8 weeks before last spring frost or outdoors after last frost

Sow at 21 -24C (70-75F) in a good seed sowing mix. Just cover the seed with sowing mix and keep the mix damp but not wet. Germination usually takes 5-14 days.

Growing Instructions

When seedlings are large enough to handle, transplant and grow in cooler conditions. Gradually acclimatize to outdoor conditions for 10-15 days before planting out after all risk of frost 18in apart in a sunny spot.

Aftercare Instructions

Deadhead regualrly to promote blooming.