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Tagetes tenuifolia ‘Red Gem’
Description:
Red Gem Marigold is a vibrant, compact annual known for its fiery red, daisy-like blooms and finely textured, fern-like foliage. This heirloom variety adds a bold pop of color to garden beds, borders, and containers while maintaining a light, airy presence. Its citrusy-scented leaves and edible flowers make it both a visual and culinary delight, perfect for gardeners who love beauty with purpose.
Wildlife Benefits:
Red Gem Marigold attracts beneficial insects such as bees and butterflies, while also helping to deter unwanted garden pests, making it a natural companion plant for vegetable and herb gardens.
Medicinal Benefits:
Traditionally, marigolds have been valued for their soothing and anti-inflammatory properties. While Tagetes varieties are more commonly used in culinary and companion planting contexts than medicinal preparations, the petals can be used fresh to garnish dishes or infused into oils for gentle skin-supporting applications.
Native Status:
Native to Mexico and Central America, Red Gem Marigold thrives in warm climates and performs exceptionally well in Georgia’s summer growing season.
Pollinator Friendliness:
The bright, open blooms provide an accessible nectar source for pollinators, supporting bees and other beneficial insects throughout the growing season.
Planting Guidelines:
Height: 8–12 inches
Spacing: 8–12 inches
Sun/Shade: Requires Full Sun
How to Grow:
Red Gem Marigold thrives in well-draining soil and prefers consistent watering, though it is relatively drought tolerant once established. Deadhead spent blooms regularly to encourage continuous flowering throughout the season. Its compact growth habit makes it ideal for edging garden beds, filling containers, or interplanting with vegetables to naturally deter pests.
Add a burst of fiery color and functional beauty to your garden with Red Gem Marigold—a cheerful, easy-to-grow favorite that supports pollinators while enhancing your outdoor space. A perfect choice for gardeners, home cooks, and anyone looking to cultivate a lively, balanced garden ecosystem.
Available in 2.5 inch pots.
Tagetes tenuifolia ‘Red Gem’
Description:
Red Gem Marigold is a vibrant, compact annual known for its fiery red, daisy-like blooms and finely textured, fern-like foliage. This heirloom variety adds a bold pop of color to garden beds, borders, and containers while maintaining a light, airy presence. Its citrusy-scented leaves and edible flowers make it both a visual and culinary delight, perfect for gardeners who love beauty with purpose.
Wildlife Benefits:
Red Gem Marigold attracts beneficial insects such as bees and butterflies, while also helping to deter unwanted garden pests, making it a natural companion plant for vegetable and herb gardens.
Medicinal Benefits:
Traditionally, marigolds have been valued for their soothing and anti-inflammatory properties. While Tagetes varieties are more commonly used in culinary and companion planting contexts than medicinal preparations, the petals can be used fresh to garnish dishes or infused into oils for gentle skin-supporting applications.
Native Status:
Native to Mexico and Central America, Red Gem Marigold thrives in warm climates and performs exceptionally well in Georgia’s summer growing season.
Pollinator Friendliness:
The bright, open blooms provide an accessible nectar source for pollinators, supporting bees and other beneficial insects throughout the growing season.
Planting Guidelines:
Height: 8–12 inches
Spacing: 8–12 inches
Sun/Shade: Requires Full Sun
How to Grow:
Red Gem Marigold thrives in well-draining soil and prefers consistent watering, though it is relatively drought tolerant once established. Deadhead spent blooms regularly to encourage continuous flowering throughout the season. Its compact growth habit makes it ideal for edging garden beds, filling containers, or interplanting with vegetables to naturally deter pests.
Add a burst of fiery color and functional beauty to your garden with Red Gem Marigold—a cheerful, easy-to-grow favorite that supports pollinators while enhancing your outdoor space. A perfect choice for gardeners, home cooks, and anyone looking to cultivate a lively, balanced garden ecosystem.
Available in 2.5 inch pots.