This upright yellow-flowering plant, with its distinctive odor, is a classic of the summer border.
Latin Name
Tagetes erecta
Family
Asteraceae
Also Known As
Mexican Marigold Aztec Marigold
Type of Plant
Annuals
Bloom Season
June - October
Seasons
Summer
Fall
Specifications
Max Height: 4'
Max Spread: 2'
Uses
Sunlight Exposure
Full Sun
Tolerances
Colors
Native Range
Mexico, Central America
History
Aztec marigolds were brought to Europe by Spanish explorers in the 16th century. By 1770, John Bartram of Philadelphia was offering them for sale.
Other Details
Sold at Mount Vernon
Planted at Mount Vernon
Hardiness Zones
Average annual extreme minimum temperature 1976-2005
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