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Kilimanjaro White African Marigold Seeds

Kilimanjaro White African Marigold Seeds

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~0.2 g (~48 seeds)
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It took 21 years and thousands of dollars to develop a white marigold that made its debut in 1975. By growing 'Kilimanjaro White', you become a part of the horticultural history and determination that led this seed to your very garden. An awe-inspiring color in the world of marigolds, these 2½" vanilla-white blossoms make a fabulous contrast in any garden and cut-flower arrangement. They have a lovely, sweet scent; different from other marigolds. Edible petals with a slightly bitter, citrusy/spice flavor make a pretty garnish on rice, salads, or desserts. Marigolds attract butterflies and are fairly drought tolerant.

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Variety Info

Family: Asteraceae

Type: African Marigold (Learn more)

Native: Mexico and South America

Hardiness: Annual

Exposure: Full Sun

Bloom Period: Summer to frost

Plant Dimensions: 18" tall

Variety Info: 2"–3" creamy white blooms

Attributes: Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Pollinators, Cut Flower, Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Edible Flower, Good for Containers

Sowing Info

When to Sow Outside: 1 to 2 weeks after your average last frost date, and when soil temperature is 70°–80°F.

When to Start Inside: RECOMMENDED. 4 to 6 weeks before your average last frost date.

Days to Emerge: 5–14 Days

Seed Depth: ¼"

Seed Spacing: A group of 3 seeds every 9"–12"

Thinning: When 2" tall, thin to 1 every 9"–12"

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  • Rob D.
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    Rated 4 out of 5 stars
    Nov 29, 2024
    4 Stars

    Zone 5b. I started the Kilimanjaro White African Marigold seeds indoors and then transplanted them to pots outside. The flowers start off almost neon green in color before turning more white. They produced flowers for a while, but the plants eventually died off after a couple months.

  • Jenelle D.
    Rated 4 out of 5 stars
    Nov 9, 2024
    4 Stars

    Had great luck with my first summer growing!

    Which best describes you as a gardener? Beginner
  • W. A.
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Oct 12, 2024
    5 Stars

    Wonderful❤️

    Which best describes you as a gardener? Intermediate
  • Sue
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Jun 14, 2024
    5 Stars

    Beautiful flowers! It blooms slowly but surely.

  • Rosemary W.
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    Rated 2 out of 5 stars
    Sep 21, 2023
    2 Stars

    Flower not whit less than 2” bloom. Not at all what was expected