French Marigold Flower Seeds Packet

$2.35

2025 Seed Prices

  • Order 1-95 assorted packets for $2.35 each
  • Order 96-499 assorted packets for $1.85 each
  • Order 500 or more assorted packets for $1.65 each

French Marigolds (Tagetes patula) are vibrant, easy-to-grow annual flowers known for their bright blooms and pest-repellent properties. They come in shades of yellow, orange, red, and bi-color varieties, adding cheerful color to flower beds, containers, and vegetable gardens. Beyond their beauty, French Marigolds are valued for their ability to deter pests, making them an excellent companion plant for vegetables and herbs. French Marigolds are low-maintenance, vibrant flowers that enhance gardens with their cheerful blooms and pest-repellent properties. Their ability to deter pests, attract pollinators, and improve soil health makes them an excellent choice for flower beds, vegetable gardens, and containers.

SKU: SEMARI
Barcode: 843458152514

Product Detail

Order in multiples of: 12

  • Year Designed: 2024
Quick Seed Overview
  • Plant Type: Annual
  • Genus: Tagetes
  • Species: Patula
  • Plant Height/Width: Up to 12"
  • Season: Summer
  • Exposure: Full sun
  • Difficulty: Easy
  • Attributes: Deter pests & attract pollinators

Why Shido Seeds Are the Best

Our flower and vegetable seeds are beautifully packaged little packets of magic. Guaranteed to turn your garden into the envy of the neighborhood. Get your hands dirty and let nature simply do its thing.

How to Plant French Marigolds from Seed

When to Plant Seeds

  • Outdoors: Sow seeds after the last frost date in spring.
  • Indoors: Start seeds 4-6 weeks before the last expected frost.

Seed Preparation

  • No special stratification is needed.
  • Ensure seeds are fresh for the best germination rates.

Sowing Seeds Outdoors

  1. Fill seed trays with moist, well-draining seed-starting mix.
  2. Sprinkle seeds lightly over the surface and cover with a thin layer of soil.
  3. Keep at a temperature of 70-75°F (21-24°C) for optimal germination.
  4. Water gently and place trays in a bright, warm location.
  5. Transplant seedlings outdoors after the last frost, spacing them 6-12 inches apart.

Starting Seeds Indoors

  1. Choose a well-drained, sunny location.
  2. Loosen the soil and remove any weeds.
  3. Scatter seeds on the soil surface and lightly cover with ¼ inch of soil.
  4. Keep the soil moist but not soggy.
  5. Germination occurs within 5-14 days.
  6. Thin seedlings to 6-12 inches apart once they develop true leaves.

Pro Tip

Deadhead spent blooms to encourage continuous flowering, and plant them near veggies to repel pests like aphids and nematodes.

Bonus: Their bright blooms attract pollinators all season long!

Getting to know your French Marigolds

French Marigolds are compact, bushy plants that grow between 6 to 12 inches tall. Their foliage is finely divided, dark green, and slightly aromatic. The flowers are small, double, or semi-double, often ruffled and come in yellow, orange, red, or mixed hues. Blooms from late spring until frost, ensuring long-lasting garden color. Deadheading spent flowers encourages more blooms. Flowers and foliage emit a slightly spicy, pungent scent. Attracts butterflies and bees while repelling harmful pests.

What it's used for

1. Ornamental Gardening:

  • Ideal for flower beds, borders, and edging pathways.
  • Thrives in container gardens, hanging baskets, and window boxes.

2. Companion Planting & Pest Control:

  • French Marigolds release natural compounds that repel aphids, nematodes, and whiteflies.
  • Often planted alongside tomatoes, beans, cucumbers, and roses for pest prevention.

3. Pollinator & Beneficial Insect Support:

  • Attracts bees, butterflies, and predatory insects like ladybugs.
  • Provides nectar and pollen to support pollinators.

4. Soil Health Improvement:

  • Suppresses soil-borne nematodes, making them valuable in crop rotations.
  • Enhances soil fertility when decomposed into compost.

5. Medicinal & Cultural Uses:

  • Used in herbal remedies for its antimicrobial properties.
  • Often associated with Day of the Dead celebrations in Mexico.

Growth Requirements

Light:

  • Prefers full sun (6-8 hours per day).
  • Tolerates partial shade, but flowering may be reduced.

Soil:

  • Thrives in well-drained, fertile, loamy soil.
  • Prefers a neutral to slightly acidic pH (6.0-7.5).
  • Avoids waterlogged conditions, which may cause root rot.

Watering:

  • Requires moderate watering, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings.
  • Avoid overhead watering to prevent fungal diseases.

Temperature & Climate:

  • Thrives in warm temperatures between 65-85°F (18-29°C).
  • Frost-sensitive; should be planted after the last frost date.

Fertilization:

  • Minimal fertilization is needed.
  • Over-fertilization can result in excessive foliage with fewer flowers.
  • Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer once in early growth.
Maintenance

Mulching:

  • Apply a thin layer of mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
  • Avoid over-mulching to prevent excess moisture.

Deadheading & Pruning:

  • Regularly remove spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming.
  • Trim back leggy growth to maintain a compact shape.

Disease & Pest Prevention:

  • Provide good air circulation to prevent fungal issues.
  • Watch for aphids, spider mites, and whiteflies; treat with neem oil if necessary.
Pests and Diseases

Pests:

  • Aphids – Can be controlled with insecticidal soap or water sprays.
  • Spider Mites – Increase humidity and use neem oil if infestations occur.
  • Whiteflies – Attracted to weakened plants; avoid over-fertilizing.

Diseases:

  • Powdery Mildew – Prevent with proper spacing and air circulation.
  • Root Rot – Ensure well-draining soil to avoid overwatering.

Growing Together with Shido

At Shido, everything we do starts with one goal: helping you have a truly successful growing experience. We know that planting seeds is just the beginning — your time, energy, and love for gardening are the real magic. That’s why we make sure the seeds you plant are fresh, full of life, and top-quality. When you choose Shido, you’re planting with confidence. We guarantee it.

Our mission is simple: bring you exceptional varieties of high-quality seeds at prices you’ll love, share detailed sowing and growing tips so you can thrive as a home gardener, and deliver the best customer service in the industry — with a smile.

Our Seed Safety Promise

We do not sell genetically modified seeds — ever. And we don’t use genetic engineering to breed new varieties. Instead, our skilled breeders use traditional, natural crossing methods to create hybrid seeds that are healthy, safe, and packed with potential.

Our Seed Quality Guarantee

At Shido, we believe great gardens start with great seeds — and that means quality comes first. Every seed lot we offer is ensure to generate top-notch germination because your garden deserves nothing less.

To keep our seeds at their peak, we run thorough pathology tests at trusted outside labs. When you open a Shido seed packet, you can trust it’s been nurtured, tested, and approved to give you strong, healthy plants from the very first sprout.

Types of Seeds We Offer

Hybrid Seeds (F1)

F1 hybrid seeds are the garden’s high achievers — created by crossing two specially chosen parent plants for superior vigor, uniformity, and performance. We use only traditional breeding methods to produce these powerhouse seeds.

Open-Pollinated & Heirloom Seeds

Our open-pollinated (OP) seeds naturally reproduce through wind, insects, water, or self-pollination. When grown in isolation, they produce true-to-type plants year after year.

Among our OP seeds are treasured heirloom varieties — old favorites that have been carefully passed down for generations. While OP plants can be less uniform than hybrids, we run our Open-Pollinated Project to select the most reliable, flavorful, and beautiful strains. Many are also available as certified organic seeds.

Non-GMO: What It Means and Why It Matters

GMO (Genetically Modified Organism) is created when scientists alter a plant’s DNA in a lab — often by inserting genes from completely unrelated species — to achieve certain traits, like pest resistance or herbicide tolerance. This is a far cry from natural plant breeding.

At Shido, we believe gardening should stay as close to nature as possible. All our seeds — whether hybrid, heirloom, organic, or open-pollinated — are Non-GMO. They’re bred using traditional methods that respect natural biodiversity, giving you safe, wholesome seeds that grow into plants just as nature intended.

When you plant Shido Non-GMO seeds, you’re choosing purity, sustainability, and peace of mind — along with a garden full of flavor, color, and beauty.

Vacuum-Sealed for Freshness — Good for 10 Years

Every Shido seed packet isvacuum-sealedto lock in freshness and protect your seeds from moisture, air, and pests. This careful packaging not only preserves their quality but also extends their shelf life dramatically. Stored properly in a cool, dry place, our seeds remain viable for up to10 years— so you can plant them now, next season, or even years down the road. Whether you’re planning a garden this spring or building a long-term seed stash, Shido seeds are ready when you are

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