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Tagetes 'Cinnabar'

Also Known As

  • Tagetes erecta 'Cinnabar'
  • Cinnabar African Marigold

Plant type

annual / biennial

size

  • H: 3'-4'
  • W: 2'

planting zones

  • 1-12

Tagetes 'Cinnabar' plant details

Tagetes 'Cinnabar' is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial with green foliage. In fall and summer bronze and orange 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 'Cinnabar'

Plant type: annual / biennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 2 FT wide, 3 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: bronze and orange blooms in fall and summer
Uses: container plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, easy-to-grow, floriferous, fragrant foliage, long-blooming

GROWING CONDITIONS for Tagetes 'Cinnabar'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Forget those shortened varieties of marigolds edging the local gas station entry; this tall, bushy old-fashioned form has cinnamon red blossoms with gold edges that bloom midsummer to frost, and handsome dark green foliage. It mingles well with dahlias, salvia 'Argentina Skies', zinnia 'Soleado' and so much more!

Gardening facts about Tagetes 'Cinnabar' plant

How to Grow Tagetes 'Cinnabar'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • bronze
    • orange
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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