Tagetes erecta Big Swan White F1 | African Marigold

Tagetes erecta Big Swan White F1 | African Marigold

Tagetes erecta Big Swan White F1 is a stunning African Marigold variety with large, fully double flowers that are less prone to water damage, making them a reliable and long-lasting choice for gardens and floral arrangements. With strong, well-branched plants, this variety is ideal for large containers, flower beds, and mass plantings. Its bright white blooms (8-9 cm in diameter) provide a unique contrast in the garden and are perfect for cut flowers and edible use.

This vigorous, heat-tolerant annual grows quickly and flowers within 30-45 days after transplanting, ensuring continuous blooms throughout the season.

Key Features

• Large, tight double blooms (8-9 cm), resistant to water damage
• Compact, well-branched plants, suitable for containers and beds
• Fast-growing and heat-tolerant variety
• Ideal for cut flowers, edible flowers, and garden displays
• Attracts pollinators and beneficial insects
• Low maintenance and easy to grow

Sowing & Germination Instructions

• Sow indoors for early flowering. Surface sow onto moist, well-drained seed compost.
• Cover lightly with soil and maintain a temperature of 21-24°C.
• Light is required for germination, which takes 3-5 days under optimal conditions.
• Transplant seedlings when large enough to handle, usually 15-20 days after sowing.
• Harden off before planting outdoors once the danger of frost has passed.
• Direct sowing: From May onwards, sow seeds directly with 25 cm spacing, keeping the soil moist until germination.

Growing Instructions

• Sunlight: Prefers full sun for the best growth and flowering.
• Soil: Grows well in any well-drained garden soil with a pH of 6.0-7.5.
• Watering: Keep evenly moist but avoid overwatering.
• Feeding: Feed moderately for best results.
• Pinching: Encourages branching and bushier plants.

Cultivation Instructions

• Deadhead regularly to prolong flowering and encourage new blooms.
• Flowers are best harvested when fully open but with tight centers.
• Use for beds, borders, mass plantings, containers, and window boxes.
• Tall varieties are great for cut flowers and edible flower use.

Why Choose Tagetes erecta Big Swan White F1?

• Unique white blooms add elegance to any garden
• Heat and weather resistant, ensuring long-lasting flowers
• Fast-growing and continuous flowering throughout the season
• Perfect for both garden displays and professional cut flower production

Bring a touch of elegance to your garden with Tagetes erecta Big Swan White F1, a resilient and beautifully structured African Marigold that will thrive in sunny conditions and bloom all season long.