African Marigold 'Taishan Yellow'

Common name: African marigold

Description: 'Taishan Yellow' is a compact, vigorous African marigold producing a prolific succession of large, fully double, golden-yellow pompom flowers from early summer to the first frosts of autumn. The sturdy, bushy plants are heat-tolerant and largely untroubled by wet weather, making them a reliable and spectacular choice for beds, borders, and patio pots throughout the season.

Other benefits: long flowering season, low maintenance, good cut flower, drought-tolerant, suitable for containers

Wildlife attraction: Bees and hoverflies visit the flowers consistently throughout summer.

Height & spread (approx.) at maturity: 30–35cm x 30cm

Position: Full sun; best in a warm, sheltered position.

Soil pH: Neutral; adaptable to most well-drained garden soils.

Moisture: Moderate; water regularly but avoid waterlogging. Drought-tolerant once settled.

Winter hardiness: Frost-tender half-hardy annual; plant out from mid-May once all risk of frost has passed and enjoy until the first frosts of autumn.