Overview
Tagetes zypaquirensis is a bushy annual biennial in the genus Tagetes, part of the Asteraceae family, with deciduous foliage. Tagetes zypaquirensis 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 zypaquirensis is a bushy annual biennial cultivar within the Tagetes genus, known for its upright growth and fragrant, pinnately divided foliage. This plant produces prominent, daisy-like flower heads that bloom in summer and autumn. It thrives in full sun on well-drained, neutral loam soil and suits a variety of garden settings including cottage gardens, patios, city courtyards, and coastal areas. Hardy to UK zone H2, it is well-suited for flower borders, beds, and as a cut flower, requiring fertile, moist soil for best cultivation and is propagated by seed.
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 zypaquirensis 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 zypaquirensis
- Propagation
- Seed
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Tagetes zypaquirensis?
Tagetes zypaquirensis prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Tagetes zypaquirensis need?
Tagetes zypaquirensis grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Tagetes zypaquirensis hardy in the UK?
Tagetes zypaquirensis 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 zypaquirensis?
Seed.
More in the Tagetes genus
- Tagetesmarigold
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- Tagetes erecta 'Bindi'
- Tagetes erecta 'Cheerleader Orange' (Cheerleader Series)
- Tagetes erecta 'Discovery Yellow' (Discovery Series)
- Tagetes erecta 'Doubloon' (Gold Coins Series)
- Tagetes erecta 'Garuda Deep Gold' (Garuda Series)