Varieties of marigolds with descriptions, photos and names

 

A selection of beautiful varieties of marigolds

Colorful carpets or paths made of velvet flowers can be found in almost every garden plot, in squares, on the streets, in parks, and in school grounds. These are Tagetes or marigolds.The best varieties of marigolds with descriptions, photos and names are presented in our article, which allows you to make a choice in favor of low-growing or tall varieties, with large or small inflorescences. Marigolds (tagetes) owe their popularity to their long flowering period and the huge abundance of varieties.

Content: Low-growing varieties of marigolds Description of tall marigolds Upright varieties Rejected varieties of marigolds Description of thin-leaved marigolds

 

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Low-growing varieties of marigolds

Marigolds up to 40 cm in height are considered low-growing, while marigolds are considered dwarf - 20-25 cm in height. Low-growing varieties of marigolds are the best decorations for flower beds, lawns, borders, as well as for growing in containers. Volumetric terry baskets of flowers look especially impressive on miniature bushes. One cannot help but pay attention to the bright color of the inflorescences.
Low-growing varieties are popular among gardeners for a number of advantages:

• Unpretentiousness.
• Weather resistant.
• The ability to fill the space with a continuous carpet.
• Inflorescence size: 5–10 cm.

Eye of the Tiger

A dwarf variety of marigolds with large double inflorescences of complex structure, the diameter of which reaches 5-7 cm.

 

The outer petals are reed-shaped and colored burgundy. The center of the inflorescences is filled with large orange flowers. The bush is compact - when planted tightly, it creates an expressive flower carpet in a flower garden, or can be planted in balcony boxes.

• The size of the plant is 15-25 cm in height, 25 cm in width.
• Flowering: from June to September.
• Grow in sunny areas, in well-drained soil. The size of the flowers depends on the amount of sun and the breathability of the soil.

Antigua (Antigua F1)

Large-flowered variety of marigolds on dwarf peduncles. The diameter of the flowers reaches from 6 to 12 cm.

 

Only one bud blooms at a time, the rest bloom only after the previous one has withered. The inflorescence is double, painted in yellow or golden shades. Suitable for growing in containers.

• The size of the plant is 20-30 cm in height, 25 cm in width.
• Flowering: from June to September.
• The culture prefers open sunny places and light nutritious soils for favorable development.

Snow White

A low-growing variety of marigolds with large, densely double flower caps, 13–15 cm in diameter.

 

It is distinguished by the rare white-cream color of its petals. Not a hybrid, so can be grown from seeds. Germination rate is 50%. It is used in the design of flower beds, edging paths, borders and for cutting.

• The size of the plant is 40–45 cm in height, 40 cm in width.
• Flowering is abundant and lasts from June to September.
• The Snow White variety is not picky about soil and moisture, prefers well-lit places, but also grows in partial shade.

Eskimo

A low variety with huge flowers. The diameter of the densely double inflorescences is 11 cm, the shade of the petals is creamy white. The variety belongs to the erect type of marigolds.

 

• Height - 35 cm, width - 30 cm. The bushes are compact, with lush foliage.
• Flowering is abundant and lasts from June to September. To extend the flowering period, it is necessary to remove faded flowers.
• Eskimo marigolds are not demanding on soil and moisture and grow well in sunny places. They also feel great in light shade, but they stretch up to 60 cm.

Red brocade

A beautiful dwarf variety with double flowers reaching 7 cm in diameter. The petals are painted in dark red and bright yellow tones.

 

• Plant height 20 cm, width – 25 cm.
• Flowering is long, from mid-June to early October.
• Grow in sunny areas, in well-drained soil. The size of the flowers depends on the amount of sun and the breathability of the soil.

Aspen Red

Charming, dwarf marigolds with red inflorescences up to 6 cm in size.

 

The variety is unpretentious to growing conditions. Suitable for container storage. Aspen Red is a member of the rejected marigold group.

• Plant height up to 25 cm, width – 35 cm.
• Flowering lasts from June to October.
• The culture is not demanding on soil and moisture; it prefers well-lit areas for growth.

Tango red

Attractive dwarf marigolds with not very large flowers, about 4 cm in diameter.

 

The color of the petals is bright red, almost beetroot. Belongs to the group of rejected marigolds.

• Plant height up to 22 cm, width – 25 cm.
• Flowering: from June to October.
• Tango red loves warmth and light. Grows better on fertile, light soils.

Orange flame

Beautiful dwarf marigolds with flower baskets measuring 4-5 cm in diameter.

 

Orange inflorescences are of the double type. It has rich and long-lasting flowering.

• The size of the plant is 25 cm high, 30 cm wide.
• Flowering: from June to October.
• The variety is unpretentious in care - replanting is possible during flowering.

Mandarin

A spectacular dwarf variety with large orange inflorescences. The diameter of dense double inflorescences reaches 8 cm.

 

Flowering is long and abundant. The variety belongs to the rejected type of marigolds.

• The height of the stem does not exceed 25 cm. The shape of the bush is compact, round.
• Flowering: from June to early October.
• The variety is unpretentious in care - replanting is possible during flowering. Can grow alongside all vegetables and helps soil health by controlling disease and pests.

Bolero

Dwarf variety with double flowers. The size of the voluminous inflorescences is average, up to 5 cm in diameter.

 

The petals are wavy, orange and red-burgundy. Bolero is one of the unpretentious dwarf marigolds. Can grow in any weather conditions. Belongs to the group of rejected marigolds.

• The height of the bush is 15-25 cm. The plants are compact and grow beautifully.
• Flowering continues from July to October.
• Seeds are sown for seedlings in early April, and in open ground at the end of May. Bolero blooms 1.5 months after the first shoots appear. Loves sunny places, but can also grow in the shade.

Red cherry

Bright, low-growing Red cherry marigolds are distinguished by medium-sized flowers, 5–6 cm in diameter.

 

The petals are painted in a bright brown-red hue with a contrasting golden border, collected in double clove-shaped inflorescences. The variety belongs to the group of rejected marigolds. The plant successfully withstands unfavorable climatic conditions.

• Height - 30 cm, width - 35 cm.
• Lush flowering from late May to October matches the description.
• Favorable cultivation - in sunny areas, in well-drained soil.

Enterprise F1

A dwarf hybrid with large, up to 6-7 cm in diameter, double inflorescences. This variety can be grown even indoors.

 

• Plant height is 25 cm. The shoots are highly branched.
• Flowering continues from June to September. An early start of flowering is possible with the seedling method of cultivation. When sowing seeds in open ground, flowering will occur later.
• The agricultural technique for obtaining seedlings is to sow seeds in late March-early April in containers. Picking can be done 2 times, as plants develop quickly. In mid-late May, seedlings can be transplanted outside. If sowing is planned immediately in open ground, then it should be done at the end of May.

Beatles White-moon

Large-flowered, low-growing variety with huge double inflorescences, the diameter of which reaches 10 cm.

 

The petals are white with a pale green tint. The hybrid is weather resistant. Suitable for cutting.

• Height – 45 cm, width – 40 cm.
• Flowering: from June to September.
• Grow in sunny areas, in well-drained soil. The size of the flowers depends on the amount of sun and the breathability of the soil. To ensure flowering begins earlier, seedlings are sown in March.

Amber

Low-growing marigolds with huge lush flowers with a diameter of 10-15 cm. Dense inflorescences are painted in a rich amber-orange color.

 

The Yantar variety is suitable for growing not only in the garden, but also on the terrace or balcony.

• Plant height 35 cm.
• Flowering continues from June to October. An early start of flowering is possible with the seedling method of cultivation. When sowing seeds in open ground, flowering will occur later.
• When grown by seedlings, sowing is carried out in early April. Seedlings are planted in open ground in late May - early June. It is possible to sow seeds directly into open ground in May.

Red Gem

One of the new dwarf varieties with small flowers, up to 2 cm in diameter. The plant is all covered with dark red inflorescences, the center is yellow. Flowering is abundant.

 

• The height of the spreading bush is 20-25 cm.
• Flowering: from June to September. Removing faded flowers in time can extend the flowering period.
• The agricultural technique for obtaining seedlings is to sow seeds in late March-early April in containers. Picking can be done 2 times, as plants develop quickly. In mid-late May, seedlings can be transplanted outside. If sowing is planned immediately in open ground, then it should be done at the end of May.

Tall varieties

Tall varieties are considered to be marigolds with a height of 60–120 cm. They are distinguished by strong, straight peduncles.

Lemon Queen

A giant specimen belonging to the erect type of marigold.

 

It is distinguished by large inflorescences of bright lemon color, 8-9 cm in diameter, as in the photo. The shape of the inflorescence resembles a lush carnation.

• The height of the marigold is 120 cm, width – 50 cm. The stems are strong. The crown is reverse pyramidal.
• Flowering when sown in open ground will begin in July and last about two months.
• Marigolds prefer soils with neutral or slightly acidic acidity. The planting location should be well lit or slightly shaded.

Glitters

One of the highest grades. Marigolds are memorable for their golden-yellow inflorescences up to 6 cm in size, of the chrysanthemum type.

 

• Height 115 cm, width – 40 cm.
• Flowering when sown in open ground will begin in July and last about two months.
• Plants are not demanding on watering and soil composition, they love light. To speed up flowering, seeds are sown for seedlings in March. The appearance of buds can be expected 3 months after sowing.

Golden Fluffy

A tall variety of marigolds with large inflorescences similar to chrysanthemums of bright yellow color. The diameter of lush flowers reaches 10 cm.Suitable for cutting into bouquets.

 

• The height of the spreading bushes reaches 95 cm, width - 35 cm. The shoots are strong.
• Flowering continues from June to October, when grown by seedlings.
• Plants are not demanding on watering and soil composition, they love light.

Lemon giant

The tall variety is decorated with giant, densely double caps of flowers. The diameter of each is 10-12 cm.

 

The lemon-yellow shades of the petals with a greenish center determined the name of the variety. Lemon giant marigolds are used in all types of flower beds. They grow well in pots, flowerpots, and balcony boxes.

• Height 55-70 cm, width – 35 cm.
• Flowering continues from June to October.
• The crop prefers soil with a neutral or slightly acidic acidity index. Marigold seeds can be sown in open ground in late May - early June. Seeds are sown for seedlings in early April. Flowering will begin in June.

Smailz

This variety of marigold is notable not only for the height of the stem, but also for the unusual color of the petals.

 

The combination of golden and yellow shades makes the flower unusually decorative. The diameter of the flowers is 7-9 cm. Smailz belongs to the group of erect marigolds.

• Plant height 90-110 cm, width 40 cm. The bush is dense and dense.
• Flowering from June to September.
• They prefer a sunny place, but can also tolerate partial shade. To prolong flowering, it is necessary to remove faded inflorescences.

Shine

Giant marigolds with large carnation-shaped flowers with a diameter of 8-10 cm. The inflorescences are orange-lemon in color.

 

The peak of flowering occurs in mid-summer. Marigolds Glitter look great in flower beds, ridges, borders, and in group plantings.

• Plant height 115-125 cm.The strongly branched stems are directed upwards, forming a dense bush with an inverse pyramidal shape and a diameter of 30 cm.
• Blooms for a long time from late June - early July. They remain decorative throughout the summer.
• The plant is light-loving and drought-resistant. It develops better in sunny places, but can also grow normally in partial shade. Large inflorescences rot when there is excess moisture.

Upright varieties

Upright varieties are characterized by straight and strong stems that do not bend from bad weather. Their other name is Tagetes erecta. The height depends on the variety and ranges from 30 to 100 cm, the inflorescences have a diameter of 5-15 cm. Varieties of this type of marigold are used for decorating flower beds, for cutting, and for growing in containers.

Kilimanjaro F1

A medium-sized, erect variety of marigolds with branched shoots covered with carved foliage.

 

Large, densely double inflorescences, 10-12 cm in diameter, have a spherical shape. The petals are painted in creamy white tones with delicate pastel strokes in the middle. The variety is considered a masterpiece of world selection.

• Height 60-70 cm, diameter – 35-40 cm.
• Blooms from June until the first frost.
• Marigolds of the Kilimanjaro F1 variety love sunny places. Prefer nutritious light soils. They are usually grown by seedlings.

Mary Helen

Tall variety with double inflorescences. Attracts gardeners with its bright yellow hue and large size, 8–10 cm.

 

• Plant height 70-90 cm. Bush diameter 35 cm.
• Blooms from June to October.
• The hybrid, according to the description, should be shaded from direct sunlight. These marigolds are unpretentious to soil and moisture, but large inflorescences suffer from excess moisture.

Fantastic Yellow

A medium-sized, erect bush with flowers similar to chrysanthemums with a diameter of up to 8 cm. The petals are yellow. The variety is resistant to bad weather and does not lodge.

 

• Plant height is 70-80 cm, diameter is 50 cm.
• Blooms from June to October.
• They prefer to grow on light, fertile soils, but are not too capricious in others.

Fantastic Orange

Medium-sized bush with densely double large inflorescences with a diameter of 10–12 cm.

 

The petals are colored yellow, golden or orange. Excellent for cutting, not prone to lodging from gusty winds.

• Height 70 cm, width – 40 cm. The shoots are strong.
• Flowering is abundant and long - from June to October.
• Plants are not demanding on watering and soil composition, they love light. Seeds for seedlings are sown in late March-early April. Seedlings are planted in open ground in early June. Sowing seeds outside is carried out in May.

Eskimo F1

Low-growing, erect marigolds with luxurious vanilla-white, densely double inflorescences with a diameter of 6-10 cm. The plant is unpretentious, characterized by long-term flowering.

 

• Plant height: 35 cm, in the shade – 60 cm. Diameter – 30 cm.
• Flowering is abundant and long, from early July until frost.
• The hybrid should be shaded from direct sunlight. These marigolds are unpretentious to soil and moisture, but large inflorescences suffer from excess moisture.

Rejected varieties

Rejected or French (Tagetes patula) marigolds are low-growing plants, 25-50 cm, with small flowers (the diameter of the inflorescences is 4-6 cm). The peculiarity of rejected marigolds is the presence of side shoots - deviations. Flower baskets are formed not only on the main peduncle, but also on the side ones. The colors of the petals vary - from vanilla-cream to red-brown.Widely used in landscape design.

golden head

A dwarf variety of French marigolds with charming voluminous inflorescences similar to chrysanthemums. The middle part of the marigold, up to 4 cm in diameter, is yellow, the edges are red.

 

Compact marigolds form a bright edging of flower beds, ridges, borders, and look great in balcony boxes.

• Height 25 cm, diameter 30 cm. Stems are strong.
• Flowering lasts from mid-July to October.
• Golden head marigolds are not picky about soil. They love illuminated areas and grow well in partial shade. Drought resistant.

Queen Sofia

Another variety of rejected marigolds. Low-growing bushes with large, up to 8 cm, simple inflorescences. The shoots are numerous and branched. The petals are bronze-red, with golden edges.

 

Marigolds are used in organizing group plantings. The variety is prone to petals fading in the sun.

• Height up to 30 cm.
• The culture blooms from June until the first frost.
• Prefers semi-shaded areas, as the petals fade in direct sunlight.

Rusty Red

A low-growing variety with flowers 4–6 cm in diameter. Double inflorescences, burgundy-brown at the edges with a golden border, orange in the center.

 

• Size 30–35 cm high, 40 cm wide.
• Flowering continues from early July until frost.
• Prefers sunny areas, light soils.

Orange Flemme

Low-growing marigolds with beautiful spherical inflorescences. Along the edges, the velvety petals are painted burgundy; in the center, golden flowers form an impressive chrysanthemum-type cap.

 

• Size 30–40 cm in height, 40 cm in width. The shoots are highly branched and rigid.
• Flowering is early and long, from early July until frost.
• Prefers sunny areas, light soils.

Carmen

Rejected marigolds with carnation-shaped inflorescences, up to 5-6 cm in diameter. The yellow center of the flower is framed by red-brown petals.

 

A distinctive characteristic of the variety is its persistent aroma, reminiscent of the smell of asters. The plant is used to decorate ridges and flower beds. You can appreciate the beauty of the Carmen marigold not only from the description, but also from the photo.

• Size: height 30 cm, width – 40 cm.
• Flowering, when grown by seedlings, begins early - in June, and lasts until autumn frosts.
• Loves sunny areas, grows well in partial shade. Drought-resistant variety.

Bonanza

The Bonanza Rejected Marigold series features clean and bright tones. Plants are characterized by excellent decorative qualities and unpretentiousness when grown in different climatic conditions. The inflorescences are double, medium in size, up to 6 cm in diameter.

 

• The height of the plants in the series is 25–30 cm, diameter – 30 cm.
• Flowering lasts from early July until frost.
• For favorable development, nutritious, moist soils and bright sun are necessary.

Representatives of the series:

• Bonanza Harmony - bright yellow and dark orange color of the petals.
• Bonanza Bee - red-yellow color of the petals.
• Bonanza Bolero - golden yellow with red color of the petals.
• Bonanza Gold - golden yellow color of the petals.
• Bonanza Yellow - light yellow color of the petals.
• Bonanza Mix - a mixture of colors.

Thin-leaved varieties

Thin-leaved marigolds are low plants, 15-40 cm. They are distinguished by small, dense foliage and simple monochromatic or two-color inflorescences. Flower color can range from light yellow to dark orange. The species is characterized by a strong, unpleasant odor.

Lulu

Low-growing, spreading plants with narrow, dense foliage and simple, single-color or two-color inflorescences.

 

The size of the inflorescences is 2–3 cm. The edges of the petals are golden-yellow, the middle is brown-orange. In terms of decorativeness, narrow-leaved varieties of marigolds can easily compete with low-growing chrysanthemums.

• The height of the bush is 30 cm, width – 35 cm.
• Flowering continues from June to September.
• Prefers sunny areas or partial shade with protection from strong winds. Not picky about soil.

Golden Ring

A medium-sized, narrow-leaved variety of marigolds with small inflorescences, approximately 2–3 cm in diameter, consisting of petals of yellow-orange shades.

 

• Height - 50 cm, width - 45 cm. The bushes take the shape of a ball, the shoots are fragile.
• Flowering continues from June to September.
• Prefers light soils, moderate watering and a sunny location.

Ursula

A low-growing bush with small inflorescences, up to 3 cm in diameter, golden in color.

 

Due to the numerous inflorescences, no greenery is visible. Widely used in creating flower borders and for growing in flowerpots.

• Size 25–40 cm in height, 40 cm in width. The crown of the bush is spreading, spherical.
• Flowering begins at the end of May and continues until October.
• Marigolds are thermophilic and light-loving, drought-resistant, and responsive to soil fertility. Seedlings are sown in early April. Can be sown in open ground at the end of May - beginning of June. Shoots appear on 5-10 days.

Dwarf

A dwarf, narrow-leaved variety with small, up to 2.5 cm, but very bright and numerous flower baskets. The petals are yellow and orange-brown.

 

• Plant height is 20-25 cm, diameter is 30 cm.
• Flowering is abundant and lasts from June to September.
• Prefers light soils, moderate watering and a sunny location.

Golden gem

A medium-sized bush with a scattering of small inflorescences with a diameter of 3 cm. Plants with flowers in yellow or orange shades look advantageous in borders and ridges.

 

• Plant height 50 cm, diameter – 45 cm.
• Flowering is abundant and lasts from June to September.
• Prefers light soils, moderate watering and a sunny location.

 

Paprika

Despite the fact that this variety has simple inflorescences, it is very decorative. Flowers cover low bushes with a continuous carpet.

 

The diameter of the flowers is only 2-3 cm, and the petals are dark red with a bright yellow center. This narrow-leaved variety is also decorated with small dissected leaves. Paprika will be an excellent decoration for loggias and balconies.

• Plant height 30 cm, diameter 35 cm. The shape of the bush is spherical.
• Flowering is abundant and lasts from June to September.
• Fertile soil is the best environment for growing marigolds. Golden Ring grows equally well in sun or partial shade.

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