Marigold Seeds – Durango Bee

French Marigold ‘Durango Bee’ is a compact, cheerful, and easy-to-grow annual known for its vibrant golden-yellow and mahogany-red blooms. Perfect for garden borders, beds, or containers, this variety adds a splash of color while attracting pollinators such as bees and butterflies. The sturdy, weather-tolerant plants bloom abundantly throughout the growing season, making them a top choice for decorative and eco-friendly gardens.

Features:

• Compact and bushy plant habit with long-lasting blooms

• Ideal for garden beds, containers, or border plantings

• Naturally attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies

• Tolerates heat and drought conditions

• Easy to grow and maintain

• Suitable for all experience levels

Specifications:

• Scientific Name: Tagetes patula

• Common Name (U.S.): French Marigold

• Variety: Durango Bee

• Plant Type: Annual

• Height: 10–12 inches (25–30 cm)

• Spread: 8–10 inches (20–25 cm)

• Bloom Color: Golden yellow with red highlights

• Light Requirements: Full Sun

• Soil Type: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil

• Watering: Moderate; allow soil to dry slightly between watering

• Germination Time: 7–14 days

• Days to Bloom: 45–60 days from sowing

• Hardiness Zones: USDA Zones 2–11

• Sowing Season:

  • Indoors: Late Winter to Early Spring (February–April)

  • Outdoors: After last frost (March–June depending on zone)

• Blooming Season: Late Spring through Fall (May–October)