Marigold, Orange Hawaii
Colossal blooms can grow to 5 inches wide and are a vivid tangerine-orange. Orange Hawaii is the most striking and beautiful African type. The behemoth blooms will wow in the garden and are rich in the orange-hued antioxidant beta carotene, making them the top choice for making natural dyes for fabric or food. Orange Hawaii is also the gold standard for feeding to poultry to enhance the orange color of egg yolks. A bold landscape plant, proudly standing 3 feet tall and smothered in massive flowers, the best for making marigold garlands and altars.
- Annual
- Full Sun
- Sprouts in 5-10 Days
- Seed Depth: 1/4"
- Ideal Temperature: 75-80 F
- Plant Spacing: 8-12"
- Plant Height: 3'
- Frost Hardy: No
- Tagetes erecta
Growing Tips: For transplanting, sow indoors 3-4 weeks before last frost. Direct sow after last spring frost in ordinary garden soil. Thrives in full sun and summer heat. Remove spent flowers to prolong blooming period.