Linnaeus marigold

This tall-growing Marigold traces its origins from Linnaeus’ personal garden in Uppsala, Sweden. It grows in an airy and elegant manner which adds height to beds and bouquets. This variety is called Burning Embers, which shows on its bronze-red coloured flowers, that make for gorgeous cut-flowers. Removing the first few buds will result in a bushier plant. This flower enjoys well-drained and nutrient-rich soil.

Sow sparsely in humid soil and let sprout at a temperature of 18 °C. Once the plants are big enough to transfer, replant one plant per pot of fertilised soil and place it in a bright and cool area. Replant outside after the last frost.

Water the surface prior to sowing. Keep the soil moist until the seeds have sprouted.