🌞 African Marigold 'Mona Yellow' (Tagetes erecta) - 50 Seeds | Vibrant Golden-Yellow Blooms, Giant 4" Flowers, Pest-Repellent!

✨ Sunshine in Bloom! African Marigold 'Mona Yellow' (Tagetes erecta) dazzles with large, fully double 3-4" golden-yellow blooms that glow like sunshine in your garden. These sturdy, tall plants (24-36") create bold splashes of cheerful color in borders, beds, and containers, while their strong scent naturally repels garden pests. Perfect for cut flowers and companion planting!

Key Features & Benefits:

✔ Bright Golden-Yellow Blooms – Massive, pom-pom-like flowers up to 4" wide
✔ Tall & Sturdy – Grows 24-36" high, ideal for back borders or cutting gardens
✔ Natural Pest Control – Deters nematodes, whiteflies, and rabbits
✔ Heat & Drought Tolerant – Thrives in hot summer conditions
✔ Long-Lasting Cut Flowers – Stems stay fresh for over a week in vases

Growing Guide:

🌱 Sowing Time:

• Start indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost for early blooms

• Direct sow after frost when soil reaches 70°F

☀️ Sun Requirements: Full sun (6+ hours daily)

💧 Watering: Moderate – water at the base to avoid mildew

🌱 Soil Type: Fertile, well-draining soil (pH 6.0-7.5)

🌿 Plant Size: 24-36" tall, 12-18" wide

✂️ Care Tips:

• Stake tall plants in windy areas

• Deadhead spent blooms to encourage continuous flowering

• Plant near tomatoes, peppers, or roses for natural pest protection

Why Choose 'Mona Yellow'?

✅ Bold & Bright – The vibrant golden-yellow flowers stand out in any garden.
✅ Low-Maintenance – Thrives in hot, dry conditions with minimal care.
✅ Versatile Use – Perfect for cutting, borders, and pest control.
✅ Pollinator-Friendly – Attracts bees and butterflies while deterring pests.

Perfect for gardeners who want:

• Big, showy blooms that last all summer

• Natural pest control without chemicals

• Stunning cut flowers for bouquets

The package contains 1 gram of seeds which is about 50 seeds.