Overview

Tagetes patula 'Pascal Rusty' (Pascal Series) is a bushy annual biennial in the genus Tagetes, part of the Asteraceae family, with deciduous foliage. Tagetes patula 'Pascal Rusty' (Pascal Series) grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H2. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, patio and container plants, city and courtyard gardens, coastal, low maintenance, cut flowers and flower borders and beds.

About

Tagetes patula 'Pascal Rusty' (Pascal Series) is an annual plant belonging to the genus Tagetes, known for its bushy habit and deciduous foliage. This cultivar thrives in full sun and prefers well-drained, fertile loam soil with a neutral pH. It is suitable for various garden settings including cottage and informal gardens, patios, containers, and coastal areas. Blooming in summer and autumn, it produces daisy-like flower heads typical of Tagetes species, making it a versatile choice for flower borders, beds, and cut flowers.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Tagetes

Sunlight
Full sun
Soil type
Loam
Soil pH
Neutral
Soil moisture
Well-drained
Aspect
South-facing, West-facing, East-facing
Exposure
Exposed, Sheltered
UK hardiness
H2

Plant details

Tagetes patula 'Pascal Rusty' (Pascal Series) size, habit and characteristics

Plant type
Annual Biennial, Bedding
Habit
Bushy
Foliage
Deciduous
Suggested uses
Cottage and informal garden, Patio and container plants, City and courtyard gardens, Coastal, Low Maintenance, Cut flowers, Flower borders and beds

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Tagetes patula 'Pascal Rusty' (Pascal Series)

Propagation
Seed
Pest resistance
Generally pest-free
Disease resistance
Generally disease-free

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to plant Tagetes patula 'Pascal Rusty' (Pascal Series)?

Tagetes patula 'Pascal Rusty' (Pascal Series) prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.

What soil does Tagetes patula 'Pascal Rusty' (Pascal Series) need?

Tagetes patula 'Pascal Rusty' (Pascal Series) grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.

Is Tagetes patula 'Pascal Rusty' (Pascal Series) hardy in the UK?

Tagetes patula 'Pascal Rusty' (Pascal Series) has an RHS hardiness rating of H2, meaning it is tender, tolerating 1–5°C, and needs frost-free protection over winter.

How do I propagate Tagetes patula 'Pascal Rusty' (Pascal Series)?

Seed.

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