Species
Signet marigold
Tagetes tenuifolia
Varieties
5 entries| Variety | Description | Prices (EUR) | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Gem, golden yellow (Gnom)BSI-FL22132 | — |
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| Lemon Gem, lemon-yellow (Lulu)BSI-FL45626 | — |
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| Orange Gem, orange (Tangerine)BSI-FL92435 | — |
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| Paprika, RedBSI-FL11499 | — |
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| Starfire mixedBSI-FL30167 | — |
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Tagetes signata is an older name used for Tagetes tenuifolia. Fine, divided aromatic foliage and numerous small flower heads distinguish this group from the larger-flowered bedding marigolds.
Botanical characteristics
It prefers sun and well-drained soil. Golden Gem is documented with deep yellow-orange flowers and a slightly darker centre.
Gem colours and mixtures
Golden Gem, Lemon Gem and Starfire Mixed offer single-colour and mixture labels for seed retailers.
At a glance
Species profile
Characteristics
- Life cycle
- Annual
Botanical details
- Botanical name
- Tagetes signata
- Order
- Asterales
- Family
- Asteraceae
- Genus
- Tagetes
- Species
- Tagetes signata