TAGETES erecta 'Crackerjack' (African Marigold - Crackerjack)

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Tagetes Erecta commonly known as ‘Mexican Marigold’ or ‘Aztec Marigold’, is a species od flowering plant in the genus Tagetes native to Mexico. Despite its being native to Americans, it is often called ‘African Marigold’. In Mexico, this plant is found in the wild states of Mexico, Michoacán, Pubela, and...
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Tagetes Erecta commonly known as ‘Mexican Marigold’ or ‘Aztec Marigold’, is a species od flowering plant in the genus Tagetes native to Mexico. Despite its being native to Americans, it is often called ‘African Marigold’. In Mexico, this plant is found in the wild states of Mexico, Michoacán, Pubela, and Veracruz. African Marigolds are annuals that bloom from early summer until frost. African Marigolds are taller and more tolerant of hot, dry conditions than French Marigolds.

Number of Seeds Max Coverage Area (Square Ft.)
1OZ 8,125 250
1/4LB 32,500 1,000
1/2LB 65,000 2,000
1LB 130,000 4,000
5LB 650,000 20,000

Scientific Name: Tagetes Erecta

Common Name: African Marigold

Plant Type: Annual

Family: Asteraceae

Native Range: Southern North America, Mexico

Height: 28-36"

Spread: 12 to 24 "

Habitat: Pine-oak forest zone, Sides of roads 

Zone: 2-11

Exposure: Full Sun   

Blooming Season: Spring, Summer, Fall

Attracts: Bees, Butterflies, Ladybugs

Resistant: Deer

Flower Color: Mixed

Flower Shape: Single to fully double with large globular heads

Water Requirement: Average

Soil Type: Moderately Fertile, Well-drained

Soil pH: Neutral (7.0-7.5)

Advantage: Easy to grow, Fast growth

Uses: Internally in the treatment of indigestion, colic, coughs and externally used to treat sores

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