Marigold – African ‘Kee’s Orange’

Ablaze with color, this scintillating orange flower is named for Kees Sahin, the famed Dutch breeder of so many great flowers. The strongly aromatic flowers and foliage have insect repelling qualities and the petals are used as natural food coloring. Popular the world over, it is central to Hindu and Mexican Day of the Dead religious ceremonies. Provide air circulation and even medium moisture.