• Marigold queen sophia ruffled orange and yellow bloom with layered petals on a green backdrop.
  • Marigold queen sophia vibrant orange layered bloom with rich hue on a blurred backdrop.
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French Marigold Seeds - Queen Sophia

A great companion plant for tomatoes, this marigold is regal and dignified

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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 12 inches

PLANT TYPE

  • Double
  • French

COLOR

  • Orange
  • Yellow

French Marigold Seeds - Queen Sophia

Short of stature but big on color, our amazing selection of French Marigold Seeds just wouldn't be complete if we didn't offer Queen Sophia! This lovely bloom features double flowers with orange-red petals framed with glowing golden edges. Queen Sophia Marigolds are just waiting to be the crown jewel of your summer garden.

  • • Annual; Vibrant colors
  • • 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 90 Up to 80 Sq. Ft
1 Ounce 2,952 Up to 625 Sq. Ft
1/4 Pound 11,808 Up to 2,500 Sq. Ft

Planting Guide

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French Marigold Seeds - Queen Sophia FAQs

Is Queen Sophia French Marigold resistant to animals or disease?

Queen Sophia 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 Queen Sophia French Marigold?

Queen Sophia French Marigold is classified as heirloom seed and open pollinated seed.

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