Marigold Seeds - Tiny Gem Starfire Mix

Marigold Seeds - Tiny Gem Starfire Mix

Seed Count: ~60 seeds

Tiny Gem Starfire Mix Marigolds are cheerful, compact annuals bursting with vibrant, fiery blooms in shades of red, orange, and gold. Perfect for small gardens, containers, and edging beds, these petite plants pack big colour into a small footprint and keep blooming from early summer to the first frost. Their bright flowers attract beneficial pollinators and help deter some common garden pests, making them both beautiful and functional in vegetable gardens and flower borders alike. With their tidy mounds of foliage and abundant blossoms, Tiny Gem Starfire Mix marigolds are also a favourite for cut‑flower posies and cheerful summer bouquets. Easy to grow from seed and reliable in performance, these marigolds bring long‑lasting summer colour and sunny charm wherever they’re planted.

• Attracts bees and butterflies
• Suitable for cut flowers (bouquets)
• Compact plant habit
• Pest‑deterring properties
• Long blooming season
• Great for containers and edging

Plant Details

• Scientific Name: Tagetes erecta/Tagetes patula (mixed)
• Life Cycle: Annual
• Seed Type: Open Pollinated
• Light Requirements: Full sun
• Plant Height: 8–12 in / 20–30 cm
• Seed Depth: ¼ in / 6 mm
• Spacing: 8–10 in / 20–25 cm
• Bloom Time: Early summer to first frost
• Days to Maturity: 50–60 days
• Edible / Toxic: Not edible (ornamental)
• Germination: 7–14 days at 18–24 °C (65–75 °F)

Growing Instructions

Direct sow outdoors after the last frost, or start indoors 4–6 weeks earlier for an early start. Plant seeds about ¼ inch (6 mm) deep in well‑drained soil and keep evenly moist until germination. Once seedlings are established, thin or transplant to proper spacing to allow good airflow. Marigolds thrive in full sun and benefit from regular deadheading to encourage continuous blooms all season. These compact plants are perfect for garden borders, containers, and mixed beds.

FAQ

Q: Can Tiny Gem Starfire Mix marigolds be grown in containers?
A: Absolutely — their compact size makes them ideal for patio pots, window boxes, and small gardens.

Q: Do these marigolds help with pest control?
A: Many gardeners find marigolds help deter certain pests when planted near vegetables, though results can vary by garden.