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Tagetes patula
Durango Orange Marigold features bold orange daisy flowers at the ends of the stems from late spring to late summer. The fragrant ferny leaves remain dark green in color throughout the season.
This plant does best in full sun to partial shade. It does best in average to evenly moist conditions, but will not tolerate standing water. It is not particular as to soil type or pH, and is able to handle environmental salt. It is highly tolerant of urban pollution and will even thrive in inner city environments. This is a selected variety of a species not originally from North America.
Attracts Bees, Fragrant Flowers, Scented Foliage, Heat Tolerant, Low Maintenance, Frost Tolerant