French marigold 'Bonita mixed'

Remove old flower heads, to encourage new blooms

Plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to water moderately. Keep in mind when planting that Bonita mixed is thought of as half hardy, so remember to protect this plant from frosts and low temperatures.

Needs 20 to 25C 7 to 21 days. Light helps germination

Try to aim for a seed spacing of at least 1.95 inches (5.0 cm) and sow at a depth of around 0.23 inches (0.6 cm). Soil temperature should be kept higher than 15°C / 59°F to ensure good germination.

By our calculations, you should look at sowing Bonita mixed about 49 days before your last frost date.

after all frost

As Bonita mixed is half hardy, ensure temperatures are mild enough to plant out - wait until after your last frost date to be on the safe side.