Customer Service Hours
Mon-Fri 8-4 MST
Features
Family
Asteraceae
Native
Mexico and Central America
Life Cycle
Annual
Plant Height
Short (Under 12")
Flower Color
Mixed
Bloom Season
Summer to frost
Further Information
Plant Characteristics
- Attracts Beneficial Insects
- Attracts Pollinators
- Edible Flower
- Good for Containers
Plant Resistance
- Deer Resistant
- Rabbit Resistant
About Gem Blend Signet Marigold Seeds
Tagetes tenuifolia
½"–1" yellow, orange, and red, single flowers. Red flowers have orange centers and sometimes yellow borders on the petals.
Planting Marigold
Plant Spacing
A group of 4 seeds every 6" –8"
Light Required
Full Sun
Plant Height
Short (Under 12")
Planting Depth
¼"
Planting Details
| Seed Depth | ¼" |
|---|---|
| Seed Spacing | A group of 4 seeds every 6" –8" |
| Thinning | When 1" tall, thin to 1 every 6"–8" |
| Germination | 5 –14 Days |
| Start Indoors | RECOMMENDED. 4 to 6 weeks before your average last frost date. |
| Direct Sow | 1 to 2 weeks after your average last frost date, and when soil temperature is 70°–80°F. |
Find Your Frost Date & Grow Zone
Average First Frost Date
October 19
Average Last Frost Date
May 19
Your Hardiness Zone is
5b
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17 reviews
- LydiaRated 5 out of 5 stars4/28/265 Stars
They have nearly all germinated quickly. I’m very pleased.
- Stuart F.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars4/9/26Good Seeds
High rate of germination. Seedlings growing well.
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateBIBotanical Interests4/12/26Hey Stuart,
We're so thrilled to hear your Gem Blend Signet Marigold Seeds have such a high germination rate and the seedlings are growing strong! These colorful little gems are going to bring such beautiful, vibrant blooms to your garden. You're going to love how these compact marigolds add that perfect pop of color and their lovely citrusy fragrance! Keep on growing 🌻️
- DonitaRated 5 out of 5 stars1/17/265 Stars
Haven’t tried these yet, but I’m sure they will be just like all of the other seeds and germinate well!
- Joann A.Verified BuyerRated 1 out of 5 stars10/24/25Poor germination
Didn't sprout
Which best describes you as a gardener? ExpertBIBotanical Interests10/26/25Hey Joann,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your thoughts in a review. I've reached out to you via email to offer assistance. Your feedback is invaluable to us, and we are committed to ensuring your experience is positive. Thank you once again for your input. Keep on growing 🌻️
- deenah p.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars10/31/245 Stars
Seriously?