Mount Kilimanjaro not just a volcanic area in Tanzania that will cost a pretty penny to fly to (we haven’t been) but you can be a part of the interesting history of these creamy 2.5-3” white truffled bloomed marigolds. According to our first result internet research Burpee Seed Company was in the hunt for a white marigold and sent out a John Wick like bounty for growers all over the world to find one and a gardener Kilimanjaro was the lucky winner of the cash prize and finding these beauties. Well, decades later Space Dog Farms offers these 3+ ft drought tolerant pollinators. Edible pedals that aren’t as sturdy was the classic orange and yellow Crackerjack variety, but sure to impress with it’s eye drawing color that contrasts all the green and bright colors in your garden!          

 Our additional search engine research found mix conclusions if it was a scientific fact marigolds deter insects/pest—we’ve have good results creating marigold barriers around the field for protection!

Plant 1/4” inch deep, every 6 inches and then thin to about every one foot apart when seed have germinated (in about 10-14 days)—in area with soft fluffy soil and area with full sun, about right after last frost to ensure soil has warmed up. - Can also be started indoors then transplanted but I feel if it is warm enough to plant, it’s the year of the direct seeding for us. Water seedlings frequently until established, germinating in about a week, and flowering in 2 months—pinch back some shoots (just like pruning) to encourage bushier growth and harvest flowers to prolong blooming throughout the season! Feed with organic nutrients like bat guano/compost tea every other week for maximum yield! For custom seed packet designs for your bachelors party, wedding proposals, film openings, etc. reach out to farm@spacedogfarms.com Minimum 30 seeds.