Marigold-Crackerjack

Crackerjack is a type of Marigold, or Tagetes erecta. These flowers are among the most popular and easiest to grow annuals, blooming all summer until fall frost. In India bright yellow and orange marigold flowers are used in their thousands in garlands and to decorate religious statues and buildings. They are also used as offerings and decoration at funerals, weddings and other ceremonies. This tall type, produces large yellow, orange, and gold carnation like flowers. Ideal anywhere height is needed, including against walls, fences, and as a cut flower.

Latin Name: Tagetes erecta

Planting Guidance: Start seeds indoors using seed starting soil and trays. Separate and transplant into small cells to allow the young plants to establish. To plant outdoors, till the soil to about six inches deep. Space plants 12 to 16 inches apart or plant in a large container

Approx. Seed Count:

• Retail Packet: 25-30 Seeds

Seed Treatment

Untreated

Genetics

Open Pollinated

Hindi Name: Genda गेंदा

Marathi Name: Jhenduphool झेंडूफूल

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Kannada Name: Chendu mallige

Telugu Name: Banthi బంతి

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