Marigold Durango Bolero Seed
Best choice for gardeners seeking vibrant, low-maintenance annuals in containers.
Brighten your garden with Marigold Durango Bolero seeds, an early-blooming annual flower known for its striking bi-color blooms. These seeds produce plants with 2 to 2-1/2 inch anemone-type flowers featuring golden yellow petals tipped with red. The well-branched plants stand on strong stems, offering excellent appeal in both containers and garden beds. With good germination rates and seedling vigor, this untreated seed pack contains 1,000 seeds, promising a reliable and vibrant addition to your floral displays.
$7.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
270
/ 6090
#270 in Seeds & Seed Tape
Price vs Category Average
-34%
Below average
Plant Height
1012
/ - inches
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking high-impact, vibrant floral displays
- Professional growers needing uniform, reliable bedding plants
- Busy gardeners wanting resilient, pest-resistant landscape fillers
Who should skip it
- Gardeners sensitive to strong, musky floral scents
- Low-maintenance gardeners who dislike regular deadheading tasks
- Shady garden owners or those prone to overwatering
Performance breakdown
Germination Reliability
High seedling vigor ensures consistent success for both novice and expert gardeners.
Bloom Aesthetics
Striking bi-color anemone blooms provide high-impact visual interest in any landscape.
Growth Habit
Well-branched, sturdy stems prevent flopping and maintain a tidy garden appearance.
Container Versatility
Compact stature makes these perfectly suited for pots, planters, and borders.
Environmental Resilience
Strong tolerance for drier conditions reduces the need for constant maintenance.
Bloom Speed
Early-blooming nature delivers vibrant color faster than many standard annual varieties.
Key Specs
Plant Height
10-12 inches
Plant Spread
6-8 inches
Germination Days
5-8 Days
Soil Temperature for Germination
70-75°F
Grow on Temperature Day
65-70°F
Grow on Temperature Night
60-65°F
Planting Method
Transplant
Seed Quantity
1,000 seeds (Untreated)
Features
- Early blooming for quick garden color
- Unique anemone-type bi-color flowers
- Striking golden yellow with red-tipped blooms
- Strong stems support well-branched plants
- Excellent for retail packaging and garden appeal
- Good germination and seedling vigor
- Tolerates drier garden conditions
- Container friendly
What customers say
Customers express high satisfaction with the Marigold Durango Bolero seeds, focusing on exceptional reliability and stunning visual results. Germination rates are consistently reported as near perfect, building strong trust in the seed quality. The resulting plants exhibit vigorous, compact growth, perfect for various garden settings. The standout feature is the flower itself, delivering vibrant, true-to-type bi-color blooms with a striking red and yellow pattern. Reviewers praise the long blooming season and the plant's resilience, noting its ability to thrive in hot, sunny conditions. While the initial cost may be slightly premium, the superior quality and consistent performance offer excellent value, making these seeds a favorite for guaranteed garden color.
Know before you buy
Yes, the Durango Bolero variety is compact and well-branched, making it an excellent choice for pots, window boxes, and containers.
These seeds are best started using the transplant method. Ensure your soil temperature is between 70-75°F to achieve the best germination results.
Under optimal conditions with proper soil temperature, you can expect these seeds to germinate within 5 to 8 days.
Yes, for the best growth and vibrant flower color, these plants should be placed in a location that receives full sun.
The Durango Bolero marigold typically reaches a height of 10 to 12 inches with a spread of about 6 to 8 inches.
No, this seed pack contains 1,000 untreated, hybrid marigold seeds.
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