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In cooler weather, Red Metamorph's flowers are a deep burgundy, but when the weather warms, watch as splashes of yellow appear on the petals! Then when cooler weather comes back around, the blooms change back to solid burgundy. Beautiful as a garden hedge, this French marigold is stout and dense at about 2'-3' tall. French marigolds are edible, but with a very strong flavor similar to its pungent scent. Prolific bloomer attracts beneficial insects.
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Variety Info
Family: Asteraceae
Type: French Marigold (Learn more)
Native: Mexico
Hardiness: Annual
Exposure: Full sun
Bloom Period: Summer to frost
Plant Dimensions: 24"–36" tall
Variety Info: 1 ½"–2" blooms are burgundy in cool weather, streaked with yellow in hot weather. Colors fade with age.
Attributes: Attracts Pollinators, Cut Flower, Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Edible Flower, Good for Containers, Rabbit Resistant
Sowing Info
When to Sow Outside: 1 to 2 weeks after average last frost, and when soil temperature is 70°-80°F.
When to Start Inside: RECOMMENDED. 4 to 6 weeks before your average last frost date.
Sprouts in: 5-14 days
Plant Seeds (Depth): 1/4"
Space Seeds: A group of 3 seeds every 6"–8"
Thinning: When 1" tall, thin to 1 every 6"–8"
- Cathy S.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 starsAug 8, 20245 Stars
Germination is great.
Which best describes you as a gardener? Intermediate - Donald G.Rated 5 out of 5 starsJul 12, 20245 Stars
Fantastic, large, gorgeous marigolds. Very impressed. Next to Big Box single color marigolds, these tower over them. Many compliments on the colors in these flowers.
Which best describes you as a gardener? Intermediate - Alyssa S.Rated 1 out of 5 starsMay 9, 20241 Star
Sadly this is exactly what was in my seed packet. I planted them and am hoping for the best but there were only 5 viable seeds in this packet.
Which best describes you as a gardener? Intermediate - Stephanie W.Rated 5 out of 5 starsFeb 17, 20245 Stars
Absolutely LOVED these. They were not only beautiful, but attracted so many pollinators. My only regret was I didn't plant them more places in the garden. They were a perfect addition to my Monarch Waystation.
Which best describes you as a gardener? Intermediate - Sharon R.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 starsMay 6, 2026Marigolds
Got planted about two weeks ago detected in pots outside and are coming up just fine.
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateEGEpic GardeningMay 6, 2026Hey Sharon,
We're so excited to hear that your Red Metamorph French Marigold Seeds are coming up just fine in their pots! There's nothing quite like seeing those first little seedlings pop up and knowing you're on your way to those gorgeous, colorful blooms. We love that you're growing them outside where they'll get to soak up all that sunshine! Thanks for sharing your growing update with us! Keep on growing 🌻️
