Lemon Gem

Approved Data

created by steffen a. at 23.03.2023

Features

Color

Gelb

Location

sonnig bis halbschattig

Season Overview

Propagating

Planting

Harvest

Description

Fragrant spice marigold that flowers for several months. The plant grows low (up to 40 cm) and branches out like a bush, the leaves are fern-like pinnate and exude an aromatic, fruity scent of mandarin oranges. The small, lemon-yellow flowers can be used to flavor desserts, fruit or drinks and in potpourris.

Non hybrid

Growing tips

Sensitive to frost, therefore only cultivated here as an annual. Wind and rain resistant. Consistent moisture. Pre-cultivation from February at 20°C, but direct sowing from the end of April is also possible. Light germinator. Cut off withered flowers regularly. Propagate by seed. Wear gloves when cutting Tagetes. Some people are sensitive to the sap. Compatible with all vegetable plants. Tagetes contain nematodes, keep mice away and repel cabbage pests, viruses and whiteflies.