Signet Marigold Yellow

Signet Marigold Yellow: variety and characteristics

Signet Marigold Yellow (Tagetes tenuifolia) is an annual flower of the Daisy family (Asteraceae). Delicate young plants with a fine citrus aroma and decorative leaves.

They are ideal as an addition to salads, gourmet dishes and fresh garnishes.

Easy to grow and ready to eat just a few days after emergence.

The French marigold (tagetes) is one of the easiest and hardiest summer flowers: compact, flowering without a break from June until the frosts, and repelling pests in the vegetable garden.

Key features

• Pack size: 0.2 g
• Sowing: January – December; transplants or direct
• Flowering: June – October
• Position: sunny spot

When to sow Signet Marigold Yellow

Signet Marigold Yellow seeds are sown in January – December. The plants flower from June to October. The months are a guide for a temperate climate — in warmer areas sow 1–2 weeks earlier, in cooler or upland areas, later.

How to sow and grow Signet Marigold Yellow

• Sowing method: seedlings or direct
• Depth: 0.5–1 cm
• Spacing: 20–25 cm
• Germination: 5–8 days at 20–25 °C
• Position: sunny spot

Fill a shallow container or tray with fine, moist substrate and level it. Scatter the seeds evenly over the surface without burying them deeply. Mist lightly with water and cover the container with a lid or film until emergence. Place in a bright, warm spot at a temperature of about 18–22°C. Keep the substrate lightly moist by misting. Harvest the microgreens for eating after about 10–14 days, when they reach a height of 5–8 cm.

Sow for seedlings in March–April or directly after mid-May. Undemanding about soil and tolerates drought; remove spent flowers.

Flowering and uses

Ideal for borders, balcony boxes and between vegetables as natural protection.

Frequently asked questions

When should Signet Marigold Yellow be sown?

The recommended months for sowing are January – December. Sowing method: seedlings or direct.

How quickly do tagetes flower?

About 8–10 weeks after sowing; flowers continuously until the first frosts.

Is it suitable for a balcony?

Yes – the low-growing varieties are ideal for window boxes and pots in the sun.