Tagetes patula nana 'Bonita Bolero' – colorful dwarf marigold for borders and pots

Tagetes patula nana 'Bonita Bolero' is a beautiful dwarf marigold that stands out for its large, densely filled flowers in warm shades of orange, red, and golden yellow, often combined in an attractive bicolor pattern. This compact and robust annual marigold is ideal for borders, window boxes, pots, and mass plantings, adding a lively and playful touch to any garden or patio. Thanks to its low-maintenance growth and consistent blooms with care, Bonita Bolero is a favorite among both amateur gardeners and professional horticulturists.

Characteristics of Tagetes patula nana 'Bonita Bolero'

• Flowers: Large, densely filled, globular flowers with flat double petals

• Color: mix of orange, red and golden yellow, often bicolor

• Height: 20–30 cm, compact and uniform

• Growth habit: low-growing, bushy and uniform, ideal for mass plantings

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

Bonita Bolero stands out with its vibrant colours and dense, robust plant structure, making it an excellent choice for colourful, low-maintenance plantings.

Benefits of Tagetes patula nana 'Bonita Bolero'

1. Striking flowers – multicolor flowers in a playful bicolor pattern

2. Long-lasting flowering – from spring until the first autumn frost if wilted flowers are regularly removed

3. Easy to maintain – robust and requires little care

4. Compact and versatile – perfect for borders, containers, pots and mass plantings

5. Ecologically valuable – attracts bees and butterflies and promotes biodiversity

These properties make Bonita Bolero visually attractive, functional and ecologically valuable, ideal for gardens, patios and balcony boxes.

Sowing and cultivation

• Sowing season: 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: 20–25 cm for compact and full flowering

• Soil: well-drained and fertile; avoid wet soil

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

With proper care, Bonita Bolero develops a dense, colorful cluster of consistent blooms, ideal for long-lasting ornamental value in borders, containers, and pots.

Application in garden and containers

• Borders and edges – vibrant colours provide structure and visual impact

• 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 bees and butterflies

• Combinations – combine with lavender, salvia, ornamental grasses or other annual flowers for a playful effect

Tagetes patula nana 'Bonita Bolero' offers color, texture, and versatility, making it a reliable choice for any garden or balcony.