606 Marigold Taishan

Brighten gardens with Marigold ‘Taishan’, a premium African marigold known for its large, fully double blooms and exceptional garden performance. This compact variety delivers bold, long-lasting colour in sunny borders, mass plantings, and containers. Heat tolerant and easy to grow, Marigold ‘Taishan’ provides reliable blooms from spring until frost, making it a standout choice for vibrant seasonal displays.

Growth Habit: Compact & Mounded
Bloom Time: Late Spring through Frost

Color

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Plant details

Scientific Name

Tagetes erecta ‘Taishan’

AKA

African Marigold

Light

Full Sun

Water

Marigold ‘Taishan’ prefers well-draining soil and moderate watering. Water when the top layer of soil begins to dry, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Once established, it is heat tolerant and can handle short periods of dry weather, making it an excellent choice for sunny gardens and containers.

Care Level

Marigold ‘Taishan’ is a low-maintenance annual that thrives in full sun, well-draining soil, and moderate watering. Its excellent heat tolerance and naturally tidy growth habit make it easy to grow, while occasional deadheading encourages even more continuous blooms throughout the season.

Optimal Temperature

18–29°C

Frost Tolerant

No

Mature Height

10–12 inches

Mature Spread

8–10 inches

Deer Resistant

Yes

Edible

Yes

Pet Friendly

Yes