Tagetes tenuifolia (Marigold) Starfire Mixture – colorful, fine-leaved summer bloomers

Tagetes tenuifolia Starfire Mixture is a stunning annual marigold variety known for its rich color palette and delicate, graceful leaf structure. These delicate, airy plants are ideal for gardeners who want to bring both color and elegance to their garden. Starfire Mixture combines yellow, orange, and red in a harmonious blend, creating a playful and vibrant effect in borders, window boxes, rock gardens, and pots.

The compact, low-growing habit and abundance of small flowers make this mix a real eye-catcher, both in group plantings and combined with other summer bloomers.

Features – compact, fine-leaved beauty

Tagetes tenuifolia Starfire Mixture usually grows to a height of 20–30 cm and has finely incised, aromatic foliage. The plant forms a densely branched, airy cushion in which numerous small flowers appear. The flowers are about 1.5–2 cm across and appear in a colorful palette of warm yellow, bright orange, and deep red.

Flowering begins in June and can continue into autumn. Regularly removing faded flowers will ensure the plant continues to produce new buds, guaranteeing long-lasting and abundant blooms.

Location and care

Starfire Mixture is easy to care for and suitable for both novice and experienced gardeners. For best results:

• Sun: Full sun encourages maximum flowering

• Soil: well-drained, slightly nutritious soil

• Water: Water regularly for young plants; once established they are drought tolerant.

• Fertilization: moderate feeding; too much nitrogen promotes leaf growth at the expense of flowers

Starfire Mixture grows well in pots and balcony boxes, provided the soil is airy and not too wet. Its compact, bushy growth makes it ideal for borders and foreground plantings.

Edible and attractive to pollinators

One of the advantages of Tagetes tenuifolia is that the flowers are edible and have a mild citrus flavor. They are used in salads, desserts, and as a garnish on cakes or drinks.

Starfire Mixture also attracts bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects. This plant contributes to biodiversity and a healthy garden.

Applications in garden design

The Starfire Mixture is versatile and suitable for:

• Borders and edges: add colour and depth to the garden

• Rock gardens: airy structure and small flowers go well with stones and gravel

• Balcony and terrace: compact growth makes the plant ideal for pots and containers

• Edible gardens: flowers can be used in culinary ways

• Biodiversity: attracts beneficial insects

The mix of red, yellow, and orange creates a dynamic, summery color palette. Starfire Mixture looks beautiful paired with purple, blue, or white flowers for contrasting effects, or with other warm hues for a harmonious overall look.