A bold and cheerful dwarf marigold bred to thrive in hot, dry summer conditions, making it ideal for Cape Town’s warm Mediterranean climate. The ‘Spry’ colour selection features striking deep mahogany-red petals with bright golden-yellow edges, creating a fiery two‑tone effect that stands out beautifully in beds, borders, and containers. Flowering from late spring through to late autumn, this compact marigold is excellent for edging, mass planting, pollinator gardens, and food‑garden companion planting.
A vibrant, heat‑loving showstopper for any sunny garden.
Plant the Hot Pak Spry in full sun for maximum colour intensity and consistent flowering. It thrives in well‑drained soils and prefers moderate watering, avoid soggy conditions. Regular deadheading encourages a continuous flush of blooms. Feed lightly every few weeks during summer for best performance. Ideal for interplanting in vegetable gardens where it helps deter pests naturally.
French marigolds are known for their ability to repel nematodes and certain harmful soil insects, making them one of the most widely used natural pest deterrents in organic gardening.
| Botanical Name |
Tagetes Patula
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Growth Expectancy
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15-18cm H x 15-20cm W
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Position
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Sun
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| Water Smart | Semi-Water Smart |
| Indigenous | No |
