The fluffy flowers on this African marigold are carried well above the foliage. This gorgeous plant is easy to grow and tolerates heat and poor weather. Tagetes erecta Product Weight: 3 grams / approximately 800-850 seeds Plant Type: Annual Bloom Color: Shades of yellow, gold and bright orange Grows Best In: Full Sun Bloom Period: June to Frost Days to Seed Germination: 5 to 8 days Seed Planting Depth: 3 mm (1/8") Growing Height: 60-90 cm (24-36") Best Container Size: 12"+ Planting Instructions: After all danger of frost, sow in open ground well exposed. Cover with 1/4 inch of soil. For earlier bloom, start indoors in flats, about 6-8 weeks before last frost. Cover with 1/4 inch of soil. When plants are 2 inches high, thin or transplant. Before transplanting, harden off the seedling. How To Grow: Marigold Crackerjack (Jumbo Pack) Suggestions: Plant some Marigolds in your vegetable garden to add color and repel nematodes.