


Marigold - African Tururu
Tagetes erecta
Description:
Marigold ‘Tururu’ is a vibrant, upright annual bursting with golden-orange blooms and a fresh, herbal scent that signals sunshine and vitality. This single-petaled variety grows quickly into a bushy, 3-foot-tall beauty, offering continuous color and charm all season long. A staple in traditional East African gardens, ‘Tururu’ is as practical as it is picturesque—perfect for borders, beds, pollinator patches, and herb gardens alike.
Wildlife Benefits:
A reliable nectar source, Marigold ‘Tururu’ brings bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects into the garden while naturally repelling pests with its aromatic foliage.
Medicinal Benefits:
Traditionally used as an anti-inflammatory and antiseptic, this marigold is a favorite for crafting skin-loving salves and bright herbal creams. Its petals also make a beautiful natural dye.
Native Status:
Though native to the Americas, this particular variety has strong roots in East African horticultural traditions. It thrives in Georgia’s sun-drenched summers.
Pollinator Friendliness:
A pollinator favorite and a natural companion plant, ‘Tururu’ brightens your garden while supporting healthy insect biodiversity.
Planting Guidelines:
Height: Up to 36 inches
Spacing: 12–18 inches
Sun/Shade: Full Sun
How to Grow: Sow seeds in spring directly in the garden or start in pots. Barely cover with soil, press firmly, and keep warm and moist until germination—typically just a few days. Prefers well-drained garden soil. Water moderately and deadhead to encourage continuous bloom.
Brighten your beds and boost your herbal apothecary with Marigold ‘Tururu’—a bold bloomer with healing properties and pollinator power.
Available in 2.5 inch pots.
Tagetes erecta
Description:
Marigold ‘Tururu’ is a vibrant, upright annual bursting with golden-orange blooms and a fresh, herbal scent that signals sunshine and vitality. This single-petaled variety grows quickly into a bushy, 3-foot-tall beauty, offering continuous color and charm all season long. A staple in traditional East African gardens, ‘Tururu’ is as practical as it is picturesque—perfect for borders, beds, pollinator patches, and herb gardens alike.
Wildlife Benefits:
A reliable nectar source, Marigold ‘Tururu’ brings bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects into the garden while naturally repelling pests with its aromatic foliage.
Medicinal Benefits:
Traditionally used as an anti-inflammatory and antiseptic, this marigold is a favorite for crafting skin-loving salves and bright herbal creams. Its petals also make a beautiful natural dye.
Native Status:
Though native to the Americas, this particular variety has strong roots in East African horticultural traditions. It thrives in Georgia’s sun-drenched summers.
Pollinator Friendliness:
A pollinator favorite and a natural companion plant, ‘Tururu’ brightens your garden while supporting healthy insect biodiversity.
Planting Guidelines:
Height: Up to 36 inches
Spacing: 12–18 inches
Sun/Shade: Full Sun
How to Grow: Sow seeds in spring directly in the garden or start in pots. Barely cover with soil, press firmly, and keep warm and moist until germination—typically just a few days. Prefers well-drained garden soil. Water moderately and deadhead to encourage continuous bloom.
Brighten your beds and boost your herbal apothecary with Marigold ‘Tururu’—a bold bloomer with healing properties and pollinator power.
Available in 2.5 inch pots.