Unwins French Marigold Marionette Mix Seeds produces beautiful pompon flowers in a mix of bright colours to brighten up any sunny border or patio in summer.
Whatever the weather these flowers have great weather resistance and are perfect for pots or borders.
- Great for container planting
- Reliable
Sow: February to April
Flowering: June to September
SowingAlmost fill a seed tray with moist seed compost. Sow seeds thinly over the surface and lightly cover with a little more compost. Place in gentle warmth at 10–15 °C and keep moist at all times.
Growing On
Keep seedlings in a light position, shading from direct sunlight. When large enough to handle, transplant 5 cm apart into trays of potting compost.
Hardening Off / Planting Out
Gradually accustom plants to outdoor conditions for 2–3 weeks before planting out when the danger of frost has passed. Allow 20 cm between plants.
AftercareWater regularly, especially during warm weather. Feed fortnightly when flowering and remove dead flowers to prolong the display.
AdviceProduces fully double pompom flowers in a mix of bright colours. Highly weather-resistant, this variety will brighten any sunny border or patio throughout summer.