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Tagetes lemmonii [10096]
Also Known As
- Tagetes lemonii [10096]
- Mexican Marigold
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 6'
- W: 4'
planting zones
- 8a-11
Tagetes lemmonii [10096] plant details
Tagetes lemmonii [10096] is a fast-growing broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - occasional water. Does well in average, lean and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Tagetes lemmonii [10096]
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: asteraceae
- Foliage: semi-evergreen green
- Mature size: 4 FT wide, 6 FT tall
- Flowers: yellow blooms in fall and summer
- Uses: easy-to-grow, floriferous, fragrant, long-blooming, self-sowing, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Tagetes lemmonii [10096]
- USDA Zones: 8a - 11
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: regular - occasional
- Soil needs: average, lean and well-drained
Garden photo gallery of Tagetes lemmonii [10096]
By: Kurt Stueber
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View Original Photo![Photo of Tagetes lemmonii [10096] flower by Dick Culbert](https://d3bbsv6h7qkr8y.cloudfront.net/7c/09/7c09c6c08ad0d5091ddd75d532e7d2a5.webp)
By: Dick Culbert
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View Original Photo![Photo of Tagetes lemmonii [10096] flower by Kenpei](https://d3bbsv6h7qkr8y.cloudfront.net/b3/03/b30342b5ed856838d17f27c70dcf95d6.webp)
By: Kenpei
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View Original PhotoGardening facts about Tagetes lemmonii [10096] plant
How to Grow Tagetes lemmonii [10096]
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular - occasional
Soil Needs
- average
- lean
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- yellow
Flower Season
- summer
- fall
Foliage Season
- semi-evergreen
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