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Tagetes erecta 'Harlequin'

Also Known As

  • Tagetes 'Harlequin'
  • Tagetes patula 'Harlequin'
  • Tagetes patula 'Old Scotch Pride'
  • Tagetes patula 'Tall Scotch Pride'
  • Harlequin Marigold
  • Harlequin Marigold

Plant type

annual / biennial

size

  • H: 2'-3'
  • W: 2'-3'

planting zones

  • 1-12

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Tagetes erecta 'Harlequin' plant details

Tagetes erecta 'Harlequin' is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial with green foliage. In fall and summer bronze, burgundy, orange and yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Tagetes erecta 'Harlequin'

Plant type: annual / biennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: bronze, burgundy, orange and yellow blooms in fall and summer
Uses: container plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, easy-to-grow, floriferous, fragrant, fragrant foliage, heirloom, long-blooming, self-sowing

GROWING CONDITIONS for Tagetes erecta 'Harlequin'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Hundreds of fantastical, 3” circus tent flowers are sweetly scented and borne exuberantly on this big, bushy, 3’x3’ TALL heirloom Marigold. A mood enhancer wherever it’s planted, it’ll bloom several months – especially if you deadhead. Butterflies and delightful cut flowers! Best in rich soil and self-sows. Woo-hoo!

By: Annie's Annuals & Perennials

Available in the early 1800s, this rediscovered variety has golden orange flowers with mahogany red striping that becomes more pronounced in the cool weather of fall. Grow with nasturtium 'Alaska' and zinnia 'Benary's Giant Orange' for a glowing late summer garden.

Gardening facts about Tagetes erecta 'Harlequin' plant

How to Grow Tagetes erecta 'Harlequin'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • bronze
    • orange
    • yellow
    • burgundy
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 6'-8'

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  • regular - drought tolerant
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Zones

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Zones

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 2'

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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 3'

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