Tagetes tenuifolia, an orange gem marigold, is a species in the daisy family (Asteraceae). It is native to Mexico and Guatemala but is found all over the world. The flowers are small and edible with a spicy citrus flavour. They can be ground into a powder as a substitute for saffron. We love their cheery faces in the vegetable garden. Beneficial companion plant and loved by pollinators. Sow seeds twice their depth directly in the garden after all risk of frost. Keep moist till the seeds germinate. They love the sun and are very easy to care for. Flowers summer to autumn. Attracts beneficials. Full sun. Edible. 0.1g/approximately 100 seeds.
