African Marigold – Orange (Hawaii) Seeds | Tagetes erecta | WINTER / SUMMER

Orange Hawaii is a tall African Marigold variety valued for its:

• Large bright orange flowers
• Fully double blooms
• Strong upright stems
• Tall vigorous plants
• Long flowering period
• Excellent garden visibility
• Suitability as a cut flower

Mature plants generally reach approximately:

30–36 inches tall

under suitable conditions.

The large flowers create an excellent display in garden beds and mixed flower borders.

Key Features

• Large bright orange blooms
• Fully double flower form
• Tall African Marigold variety
• Strong upright stems
• Vigorous plant growth
• Long flowering period
• Excellent cut flower
• Suitable for mass planting
• Suitable for garden beds
• Suitable for borders
• Suitable for pots
• Suitable for grow bags
• Excellent for home gardens
• Suitable for rooftop gardening
• Easy to grow from seed
• Performs best in full sun

Recommended Grow Bags

G-11 Grow Bag – 11 × 10 inch 🔗

Suitable for growing one African Marigold plant.

G-12 Grow Bag – 12 × 12 inch 🔗

Highly recommended for African Marigold Orange Hawaii.

Its additional soil volume provides better moisture stability and sufficient root space for this tall-growing variety.

For best results:

Grow one strong plant per G-11 or G-12 grow bag.

Recommended Soil / Potting Mix

Use fertile, loose and well-draining soil rich in organic matter.

A practical GREEN GARDENS mix can be:

50% Bhalu Mitti (Sandy Soil) + 50% GREEN GARDENS Vermicompost 🔗

African Marigold prefers:

• Fertile soil
• Good drainage
• Loose soil structure
• Organic matter
• Good root aeration
• Moderate and consistent moisture

Avoid permanently wet or waterlogged soil.

Growing Instructions from Seeds

1. Sowing

Seeds can be started in:

• Seedling trays
• Small pots
• Nursery beds
• Prepared garden soil

Sow approximately:

0.5 cm deep

and cover lightly with fine soil.

Keep the growing medium gently moist until germination.

2. Germination

Seeds generally germinate within approximately:

5–14 days

under suitable conditions.

Keep the soil moist but never waterlogged.

Provide good light once seedlings begin emerging.

3. Transplanting

Transplant seedlings when they are established and have developed several true leaves.

Handle roots carefully while transplanting.

Plant at approximately the same depth at which the seedlings were growing in the nursery.

Water immediately after transplanting.

Plant Spacing

Maintain approximately:

10–12 inches between plants.

Adequate spacing encourages:

• Better branching
• Larger plants
• Good airflow
• Better sunlight penetration
• Easier flowering
• Reduced overcrowding

For container growing:

One plant per G-11 or G-12 Grow Bag is recommended.

Sunlight

Provide:

At least 6–8 hours of direct sunlight daily.

Full sunlight encourages:

• Strong compact growth
• More branching
• Larger flowers
• Better flower colour
• Stronger stems
• More abundant blooming

Plants grown in excessive shade may become weak and produce fewer flowers.

Watering

Water moderately and keep the soil evenly moist during active growth.

Allow the upper soil surface to begin drying slightly before watering again.

Avoid:

• Continuous waterlogging
• Standing water
• Permanently saturated soil
• Repeated severe wilting

Container-grown plants may require more frequent watering during warm weather.

Feeding

Mix:

GREEN GARDENS Vermicompost 🔗

into the soil before planting.

Additional Vermicompost or a mild balanced flowering fertiliser can be applied during active growth.

Avoid excessive nitrogen because it may encourage excessive foliage growth with fewer flowers.

Pinching

For bushier plants, the growing tip may be lightly pinched when young plants become properly established.

Pinching encourages:

• More side branches
• Bushier plants
• Additional flowering stems
• Fuller plant shape

Avoid excessive pinching once flower buds are developing strongly.

Flowering

Orange Hawaii produces large, fully double orange flowers on tall stems.

Under favourable conditions, plants provide a long flowering display.

Flowering time may vary according to:

• Sowing date
• Temperature
• Sunlight
• Fertility
• Watering
• Plant health

Deadheading

Remove faded flowers regularly.

Deadheading encourages continued flowering and keeps plants neat.

Cut spent blooms using clean scissors or pruning snips.

If seed saving is desired, allow selected mature flower heads to dry naturally on the plant.

Cut Flower Use

African Marigold Orange Hawaii is particularly suitable for:

Cut-flower arrangements.

Harvest flowers when blooms are fresh and well developed.

Cut stems during the cooler part of the day using clean, sharp tools.

Place cut stems into clean water immediately.

Its tall stems and large orange blooms make this variety especially attractive for bouquets and floral displays.

Pest Care

Inspect plants regularly for:

• Aphids
• Whiteflies
• Spider mites
• Thrips
• Caterpillars
• Other leaf-eating insects

Check new shoots, flower buds and lower leaf surfaces regularly.

Healthy, well-spaced plants with good airflow are generally easier to manage.

Disease Care

Avoid:

• Excessive watering
• Poor drainage
• Severe overcrowding
• Continuously wet foliage

Good sunlight, airflow and well-draining soil help reduce fungal problems.

Remove damaged or diseased foliage when necessary.

Related Products

G-11 Grow Bag – 11 × 10 inch 🔗

G-12 Grow Bag – 12 × 12 inch 🔗

GREEN GARDENS Grow Bags 🔗

GREEN GARDENS Vermicompost 🔗

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Winter Flower Seeds 🔗