Tagetes tenuifolia 'Red Gem'
Also Known As
- Dwarf Scotch Marigold
- Red Gem Signet Marigold
Plant type
annual / biennial
size
- H: 8"
- W: 10"
planting zones
- 1-12
Tagetes tenuifolia 'Red Gem' plant details
Tagetes tenuifolia 'Red Gem' is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial with green foliage. In fall and summer red flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Tagetes tenuifolia 'Red Gem'
- Plant type: annual / biennial
- Plant family: asteraceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 10 IN wide, 8 IN tall
- Flowers: red blooms in fall and summer
- Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, edging plant, floriferous, fragrant, heirloom, long-blooming
GROWING CONDITIONS for Tagetes tenuifolia 'Red Gem'
- USDA Zones: 1 - 12
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: deer
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
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Gardening facts about Tagetes tenuifolia 'Red Gem' plant
How to Grow Tagetes tenuifolia 'Red Gem'
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- red
Wildlife
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- summer
- fall
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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