Marigold 'Petite Series Mixed' Heirloom Seeds

Very dwarf mixture of the crested French Marigolds, plants only grow to 30cms tall and produce bright coloured flowers in a mixture of orange and red hues. Easy to grow, suited to small pots. When to PlantZone 1: October - AprilZone 2: September - MayZone 3: AnytimeZone 4: Anytime Soil Ensure your soil is nutrient rich so prepare it with fresh manure and compost a fortnight before planting. Likes a well-drained soil type. Soil pH Level 6.5-7.0Position Full sun but won’t mind a little afternoon shading.How to Plant Sow directly into your patch when daytime temperatures regularly surpass 18-20 degrees. If still too cold, propagate in seed trays and transplant when conditions have improved.Spacing 15-20cmsDepth 0.5-1cmCompanion Plants  Marigolds are often used as companion plants, as they are reputed to deter pests. Particularly helpful with tomatoes. Approximate no. of seeds  75 Note: Little Veggie Patch Co source all of our seeds locally and in small batches to ensure they remain at their maximum viability for germination