Signet Tangerine Gem Marigold Seeds

Signet Tangerine Gem Marigold (Tagetes tenuifolia) is one of the most charming and versatile marigolds available, producing hundreds of bright tangerine-orange flowers above delicate, fern-like foliage. Unlike the larger blooms of French and African marigolds, Tangerine Gem creates a cloud of small, cheerful flowers that completely cover the plant throughout the growing season. The compact, rounded plants offer exceptional heat tolerance, outstanding pollinator value, and even edible flowers, making them a favorite among ornamental gardeners, herb growers, and vegetable gardeners alike.

Garden Uses:
Tangerine Gem is ideal for borders, edging, containers, raised beds, herb gardens, rock gardens, cottage gardens, and vegetable gardens. The compact mounds of bright orange flowers create a colorful carpet effect and are especially attractive when planted in groups. Their fine-textured foliage provides a soft contrast to larger-leaved plants and blends beautifully with salvias, alyssum, basil, peppers, and ornamental grasses.

Growing Information:
Sow seeds indoors 4 to 6 weeks before the final frost or directly outdoors after danger of frost has passed. Cover seeds lightly with soil and maintain temperatures between 70-75°F. Germination usually occurs within 5 to 10 days. Plants thrive in full sun and well-drained soil and quickly establish once temperatures warm. Tangerine Gem tolerates summer heat, humidity, and drought remarkably well and often continues blooming heavily even during the hottest part of the season.

Quick Facts:
Botanical Name: Tagetes tenuifolia
Common Name: Signet Tangerine Gem Marigold
Plant Type: Annual
Height: 10-14 inches
Spread: 12-18 inches
Bloom Color: Bright tangerine-orange
Flower Type: Small single blooms
Light: Full sun
Soil: Well-drained, average fertility
Bloom Season: Early summer until frost
Pollinator Friendly: Excellent
Companion Plant: Yes
Edible Flowers: Yes
Heat Tolerance: Excellent
Drought Tolerance: Very good once established
Difficulty: Easy