| Description | Harlequin Marigold (Tagetes patula) is an heirloom Marigold that has been in cultivation circa 1870. Has single golden orange flowers with mahogany red striping. |
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| Pronunciation | (ta-GEE-tees) |
| Plant Type | Annuals, Site author's observations |
| Sunlight | full, mostly sunny, some shade |
| Moisture | aveage |
| Soil & Site | average |
| Temperature | seems to flower better in cooler temperatures |
| Flowers | Single, golden yellow with mahogany stripes; I have heard it called a circus-shaped flower, |
| Fruit | winged achenes |
| Leaves | Has a faint smell to the foliage. |
| Dimensions | 24-30 inches tall |
| Maintenance | deadheading, may need to be supported |
| Propagation | easy from seeds, seeds are long and have a tail |
| Cultivar Origin | It was from Mexico and was available in the early 1870s. Alan 'Mushroom' Kapuler tweaked this plant to its present state. Since he was an heirloom seed saver, I assume the improvements involved open pollination and selection. |
| Author's Notes | I have grown this marigold several times and found that it needs support from other plants or stakes because its main stems tend to break at the base. Despite these issues, it is still a delightful addition to any garden due to its airy nature and heritage status. |
| Notes & Reference | #171- Authors' observations and growing experiences, #270-Gardenia (www.gardenia.net) |
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