African Marigold Seeds

African Marigold Seeds – Bold, Towering Blooms for Gardens & Cut Flowers

African marigolds (Tagetes erecta) are the showstoppers of the marigold world. Known for their large, fully double blooms and tall, upright habit, these marigolds make a dramatic statement in garden borders, mass plantings, and cut flower arrangements. With flowers ranging from soft primrose and lemon yellow to deep gold and vivid orange, African marigolds bloom prolifically from summer through frost and are among the easiest annuals to grow from seed.

Why Grow African Marigolds?

  • Massive blooms – Flowers up to 4–5 inches across in rich, fully double form
  • Tall, upright habit – Grows 18–36 inches tall, perfect for back-of-border and cut flower use
  • Long vase life – Excellent cut flower with stems that last 7–10 days
  • Natural pest deterrent – Repels nematodes and aphids when planted near vegetables
  • Heat tolerant – Thrives in full sun and handles summer heat with ease

Popular African Marigold Series

Our collection features top-performing African marigold series trusted by home gardeners and professional growers. The Antigua series offers compact, early-blooming plants in Yellow, Orange, Primrose, and Mix. The Inca series delivers classic large blooms in Gold, Yellow, Deep Orange, and Primrose. For something truly unique, the Coco series (Gold, Yellow, Mix) is an exceptional F1 cut flower variety, and the Taishan series produces uniform, weather-resistant plants perfect for landscapes. The Cracker Jack Mix is a beloved heirloom blend for gardeners who want maximum color impact.

Growing Tips

Start African marigold seeds indoors 6–8 weeks before your last frost date. Seeds germinate in 5–7 days at 70–75°F. Transplant after frost danger has passed, spacing plants 12–18 inches apart in full sun. Pinch early blooms to encourage bushier growth. African marigolds are drought-tolerant once established and thrive with minimal care throughout the season.