Marigold White Swan

The White Swan marigold is a unique variety distinguished by its 2-3" cream to pale yellow, fully double blooms on sturdy, compact plants. Unlike typical marigolds, it emits a mild, sweet, marshmallow fragrance, and it surpasses other cream-colored marigolds in height and quality. Also known as African, American, or Aztec marigold, its flowers are edible, offering a floral, citrusy, and slightly bitter flavor, suitable for salads, desserts, and cooked dishes, with the recommendation to remove the bitter flower base before consumption.

Start seeds indoors (recommended) 4 - 6 weeks before last frost. Lightly cover seeds with soil. Fully harden off plants before planting outside. Pinching can promote branching and more flowers per plant. Seeds can be direct sown at 1/4“ deep after the danger of frost.

DAYS TO GERMINATION:
4-7 days at 75-80°F (24-27°C)

SOWING:
Transplant (recommended) - Sow into 72-cell flat, or preferred seedling container, 4-6 weeks before last frost, lightly covering seed. Harden off and transplant out after last frost. For flowering in packs, sow 8 weeks before desired bloom time. Direct seed - After last frost, sow 1/4" deep. Pinching encourages branching.
NOTES:
High temperatures can cause plants to stall, and temporarily decline in growth and bloom. Deadhead regularly to increase blooms.

LIGHT PREFERENCE:
Sun.

PLANT HEIGHT:
Varies.

PLANT SPACING:
8-18". French Marigold: 8-12". Gem Marigold: 12". African Marigold: 12-18".

HARDINESS ZONES:
Annual.

HARVEST:
Flowers are fully open but still have tight centers.

SOIL REQUIREMENTS:
Average soil. Feed moderately. pH: 6.0-7.5 preferred.

USES:
Beds, borders, mass plantings, containers, and window boxes. Edible flowers, cut flowers (tall varieties).

SCIENTIFIC NAME:
Tagetes spp.

DAYS TO MATURITY About Quick Fact Days To Maturity
72 - 92 Days

LIFE CYCLE About Quick Fact Life Cycle
Annual

HYBRID STATUS About Quick Fact Hybrid Status
Hybrid (F1)We take great care to provide high-quality seeds, corms, and bulbs, all of which are tested for acceptable germination rates. However, because successful growth depends on various factors beyond our control—such as planting conditions, weather, and care—we cannot offer refunds for seeds, corms, or bulbs that do not germinate or sprout.

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