Tagetes erecta 'Kee's Orange'

Also Known As

Kees Orange African Marigold

Plant type

annual / biennial

size

H: 20"-24"
W: 20"

planting zones

1-12

Tagetes erecta 'Kee's Orange' plant details

Tagetes erecta 'Kee's Orange' is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial with green foliage. In fall and summer orange flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Tagetes erecta 'Kee's Orange'

Plant type: annual / biennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 20 IN wide, 20 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: orange blooms in fall and summer
Uses: container plant, cutting garden, easy-to-grow, edging plant, floriferous, fragrant, long-blooming

GROWING CONDITIONS for Tagetes erecta 'Kee's Orange'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A blaze of glory, this scintillating orange flower is named for Kees Sahin, the famed Dutch breeder of so many great flowers. The strongly aromatic flowers and foliage have insect repelling qualities and the petals are used as natural food coloring. Popular the world over, it is central to Hindu and Mexican Day of the Dead religious ceremonies. Provide air circulation and even medium moisture.