Tagetes erecta 'Alaska'

Also Known As

Alaska African Marigold

Plant type

annual / biennial

size

H: 30"-42"
W: 24"-30"

planting zones

1-12

Tagetes erecta 'Alaska' plant details

Tagetes erecta 'Alaska' is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial with green foliage. In fall and summer yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. 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 erecta 'Alaska'

Plant type: annual / biennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 24 IN - 30 IN - wide, 30 IN - 42 IN - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in fall and summer
Uses: container plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, easy-to-grow, floriferous, fragrant foliage, heirloom, long-blooming, rare

GROWING CONDITIONS for Tagetes erecta 'Alaska'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The first double flowered marigold was offered in 1905 by Burpee, giants in the marigold breeding business. ‘Alaska’ debuted in 1961 and was a pale primrose yellow, a petticoat of a flower with layers and layers of wavy edged petals. A favorite marigold for 20 years, it has almost disappeared from commerce. Tall, with dark green aromatic foliage, it grows easily in fertile, well-drained soils and blooms summer to frost.