Tagetes 'Venus'

Also Known As

Tagetes patula x erecta 'Venus'
Venus Marigold

Plant type

annual / biennial

size

H: 24"
W: 12"

planting zones

1-12

Tagetes 'Venus' plant details

Tagetes 'Venus' is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial with green foliage. In fall and summer yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Tagetes 'Venus'

Plant type: annual / biennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 24 IN tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in fall and summer
Uses: container plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, easy-to-grow, floriferous, fragrant foliage, long-blooming

GROWING CONDITIONS for Tagetes 'Venus'

USDA Zones: 1 - 12
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The many petals of ‘Venus’ are like the ruffled feathers of a bird, overlapping in close association, and proudly displaying their satin petals of lemon-yellow. A tall growing pungently scented variety good as a cut flower for wreaths and celebrations of another summer.