Tagetes erecta 'Antigua Yellow' – radiant yellow African vine for garden and pot

Tagetes erecta 'Antigua Yellow' is a beautiful annual marigold known for its large, bright yellow flowers and compact, robust growth. This prolific plant is ideal for borders, window boxes, pots, and mass plantings, adding a vibrant yellow accent to the garden. Thanks to its long-lasting blooms and low-maintenance characteristics, Antigua Yellow is both visually appealing and easy to care for, making it a popular choice for both amateur gardeners and professional horticulturists.

Characteristics of Tagetes erecta 'Antigua Yellow'

• Flowers: Large, globular, bright yellow flowers that bloom for a long time

• Height: 50–60 cm, compact and sturdy, perfect for borders or pots

• Leaves: dark green, finely serrated and slightly aromatic

• Growth habit: upright, robust and compact

• Location: full sun, well-drained, nutritious soil

'Antigua Yellow' combines bright color with a strong plant structure, making it an excellent choice for colorful, low-maintenance gardens.

Benefits of Tagetes erecta 'Antigua Yellow'

1. Striking colour – bright yellow flowers brighten up borders and containers

2. Long lasting flowering – from mid-summer to the first autumn frost

3. Easy to maintain – requires little care, can withstand dry periods

4. Versatile – suitable for borders, containers, pots and mass plantings

5. Ecologically valuable – attracts bees and butterflies and promotes beneficial insects in the garden

Thanks to these properties, Tagetes erecta 'Antigua Yellow' is both aesthetically pleasing and functional, perfect for gardens, patios and balcony boxes.

Sowing and cultivation

• Sowing period: indoors from February to April; sow directly outdoors from May, when the risk of frost has passed.

• Pre-cultivation: Seedlings can be planted out after 6–8 weeks

• Planting distance: 25–35 cm for compact and full flowering

• Soil: well-drained and fertile; do not keep too wet

• Water and care: Water regularly; removing wilted flowers encourages new blooms

With proper care, 'Antigua Yellow' develops sturdy plants with abundant, bright yellow flowers, ideal for long-lasting ornamental value in the garden.

Application in the garden and in containers

• Borders and edges – for a striking colour accent and visual structure

• Containers and pots – compact growth makes it perfect for terraces, balconies and patios

• Mass planting – shines in groups and creates an impressive color field

• Ecological garden – attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies

• Combinations – beautiful to combine with lavender, salvia, cosmos or ornamental grasses for a contrasting look

Tagetes erecta 'Antigua Yellow' offers a combination of color, texture, and ecological value, making it a versatile and reliable choice.