Tagetes Patula Naughty Marietta | Approx 175 Seeds

A half hardy annual bedding plant with orange-red flowers seed packet. Position: full sun Soil: moderately fertile, well-drained soil or a loam-based potting compost Rate of growth: fast Hardiness: half-hardy annual Deep orange-red blooms burn brightly throughout the summer on this well-known bushy annual often grown as a companion plant with tomatoes to restrict the spread of pests such as aphid. The petals of ‘Burning Embers’ are edible and can be scattered over salads. Ideal for children as it is easy to grow. Choose a sunny, well-drained site and remember to deadhead regularly to keep it flowering. Growing instructions: Sow shallowly into moist but not overly wet seed compost and germinate at 68-77°F (20-25°C). When large enough to handle transplant into small pots, and grow on in cooler conditions. Seedlings should emerge within 1-3 weeks. Transplant, pot up and acclimatise before planting out at 30cm intervals after all risk of frost has passed. Later sowings after April can be made directly into a well-prepared bed. Sow: February to May Flowering: June to September