• Marigold court jester bright orange and yellow blooms with green foliage in a garden.
  • Marigold court jester bright orange and yellow blooms with green foliage in a garden.
  • Marigold court jester vibrant orange blooms with green foliage in a sunny garden border.
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French Marigold Seeds - Court Jester

Red and yellow striped petals look great with tomato plants and keep pests away

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About the Variety

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Key Features

Heat Tolerant
Drought Tolerant
Prefers Lean Soil
Container Friendly
Attracts Bees
Attracts Butterflies
Fragrant
Fast Growing
Easy to Grow
Perfect for Borders
Perfect for Xeriscaping
Edible
Deer Resistant
Rabbit Resistant
Deters Insects

Plant Details

BOTANICAL NAME

Tagetes patula

LIFE CYCLE

  • Annual

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

  • Full Sun

GROWTH HABIT

  • Clumping

PLANT HEIGHT

  • Up to 20 inches

PLANT TYPE

  • French

COLOR

  • Red
  • Yellow

French Marigold Seeds - Court Jester

It's easy to see where this fun little bloom gets its name! Reminiscent of the striped costumes of the sprightliest member of the court, our Court Jester French Marigolds feature a bold red/brown and yellow pattern.

  • • Annual; Summer Blooming
  • • Great companion plant for vegetable gardens!
  • • Prefers Full Sun Exposure

Planting Information

PLANTING SEASON

  • Spring

SOWING METHOD

  • Direct Sow
  • Start Indoors

PLANTING DEPTH

  • 1/16 inch

WATER NEEDS

  • Low

PLANT SPACING

  • 12 inches

HARDINESS ZONES

  • N/A - Annual

SEED PREP

  • Requires Light

COVERAGE

Amount Avg Seed Count Recommended Coverage
Packet 111 Up to 80 Sq. Ft
1 Ounce 10,500 Up to 625 Sq. Ft

Planting Guide

View our Marigold Planting Guide to learn more.

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French Marigold Seeds - Court Jester

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French Marigold Seeds - Court Jester FAQs

Is Court Jester French Marigold resistant to animals or disease?

Court Jester French Marigold is deer resistant and rabbit resistant, meaning deer and rabbits generally avoid it due to its taste, texture, or aroma.

What type of seed is Court Jester French Marigold?

Court Jester French Marigold is classified as heirloom seed and open pollinated seed.

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