{"product_id":"fothergills-marigold-african-crackerjack-mixed-seeds","title":"Fothergill's Marigold African Crackerjack Mixed Seeds","description":"\u003ch4\u003e\u003cb\u003eDetails:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ci\u003eTagetes erecta\u003c\/i\u003e, a classic and robust African Marigold variety known for its large, double flower heads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePlant Class:\u003c\/b\u003e Half Hardy Annual, growing rapidly from seed to provide a heavy profusion of blooms in the same year.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRadiant Colour Mix:\u003c\/b\u003e Features a cheerful blend of solid, brightly coloured heads stretching from deep golden orange to vivid lemon yellow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eGrowth \u0026amp; Structure:\u003c\/b\u003e Reaches an impressive, structural height of 75cm (30in), making it an ideal space filler that adds excellent vertical depth to garden beds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVersatile Garden Layout:\u003c\/b\u003e Perfect for planting in bold groups within mixed herbaceous borders, cottage garden schemes, or large, sunny patio containers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWildlife Benefit:\u003c\/b\u003e The nectar-rich, aromatic flower heads are highly attractive to bees, butterflies, and other beneficial garden pollinators.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIdeal Position:\u003c\/b\u003e Performs at its absolute best when planted in full sun, encouraging strong stems and continuous flowering all summer long.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cb\u003eCare Instructions:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSowing Location:\u003c\/b\u003e For an early display, sow seeds undercover in trays of fine compost from late winter to mid-spring. Alternatively, sow directly outdoors into well-prepared soil once all danger of frost has passed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWatering Requirements:\u003c\/b\u003e Water regularly during the early germination and establishment stages, maintaining a moist but well-drained soil environment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePlant Care:\u003c\/b\u003e Deadhead the faded flower heads regularly throughout the summer months; this straightforward routine prevents early seed production and successfully extends the overall flowering period.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Fothergill's","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57651331039615,"sku":"FTG-47076","price":2.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0305\/7713\/1659\/files\/47076_MARIGOLD_20_28African_29_20Crackerjack_20Mixed.webp?v=1780214508","url":"https:\/\/www.sam-turner.co.uk\/products\/fothergills-marigold-african-crackerjack-mixed-seeds","provider":"Sam Turner \u0026 Sons","version":"1.0","type":"link"}