Marigold Citrus Tangerine Gem is a compact, airy marigold with bright tangerine-orange blooms and fine, lacy foliage. It’s prized for its long bloom season, heat tolerance, and citrus-scented leaves that also help deter garden pests.

• Light: Full sun 

• Height: 12–18 inches at maturity

• Spacing: 8–12 inches apart

• Bloom Time: Late spring through frost

• Water: Moderate; drought tolerant once established

• Soil: Well-drained soil; average fertility is best

• Maintenance: Deadheading encourages more blooms, but plants will flower well even without it