Endurance Orange

Class

Dicotyledons

Division

Angiospermae

Family

Asteraceae or Compositae

Order

Asterales

Genus

Tagetes

Species

patula x erecta

Description

Interspecific marigold hybrid combining the qualities of T. patula and T. erecta; distinguished by its vigorous growth, high rusticity and luxuriant head-like inflorescences with double flowers that from mid-spring to mid-autumn lend a colourful and unique landscape accent to flowerbeds, terraces and balconies, also in mixed arrangements with other ornamental grasses. It adapts to different types of soil and also retains the colour tone of the blooms always warm and unalterable even in the most intense summer heat.

Varietal description

The endurance is an interspecific marigold patula x erecta, with the sterile flower conspicuously larger than the common t. Patula. This means that the mature flower lasts longer on the plant than the average of other marigolds. It is also more vigorous and early suitable for pot sizes 10 and 12 to better manage vigour in cultivation. This is easy and quick as it is very early, but in the winter period initial transplant temperatures of at least 12°c should be respected. In spring transplants the initial temperature can drop by 2°c. It is probably the most suitable marigold for landscaping due to its superior rusticity as well as its vigour.

curiosity and special features

Some marigold varieties are used in intercropping or crop rotation with vegetable plants because their roots release a chemical called alpha-tertienyl which inhibits the hatching of eggs of certain endophytic nematodes, hindering their development and protecting your vegetables.

Origin and Diffusion

An interspecific hybrid obtained by crossing Tagetes patula x Tagetes erecta; both species, originally from Guatemala and Mexico, were introduced to Europe in the 1500s as ornamental plants and underwent intensive selection work that led to the current varieties.

Flower size

Medium-flowered variety with high ornamental value.

Leaf

Leaf has an imparipinnate lamina.

Flowering period

The long flowering period lasts from mid-spring to mid-autumn for 180 to 210 days, bringing light and colour to your outdoor green spaces for about three seasons during the year.

Inflorescence

Inflorescence head that characterises Species belonging to the botanical Family Asteraceae.

Leaf color

The solid colour of the leaves emphasises the lustre of the inflorescences, which emerge to dramatic visual effect.

Plant height

The height of the plant varies from 0.3 to 0.37 m. It is also ideal for use in mixed arrangements with other ornamental grasses.

Lifespan

Annual-cycle plant.

Suggested planting locations

Versatile in its use, it is suitable for adding a colourful and unique accent to flowerbeds, balconies, outdoor tubs, borders, flowerbeds

Stem/stem

The stems are herbaceous; the variety has no thorns.

Flower

The flower has a double, medium-sized shape with plain petals. It is arranged in large flower head inflorescences. It flowers from mid-spring to mid-autumn, with a flowering period of between 180 and 210 days. It has citrusy and bitter notes and is fragrant with a penetrating aroma. It is attractive to bees and butterflies.

Growth

Variety with medium to vigorous growth.

Plant habit

The developed habitus is erect with peduncles bearing coloured flower heads at the apex.

branching

Varieties whose abundant branching allows for dense and homogeneous results.

pH

It prefers a slightly acidic Soil/medium pH between 5.5 and 6.5.

soil preparation

For mid-spring transplanting, carry out light digging, removing any weeds, previous crop residues and bulky stones; it is advisable to add professional substrate for flowering plants to the surface by about 5/10 cm and level it out thoroughly.

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sun exposure

Suitable for different types of Sun exposure such as half shade, full sun, afternoon sun.

Ideal climate and temperature

The ideal temperature is between 17 and 21 °C. The vital temperature is between 1 and 40 °C

Use

Due to its high performance in flowerbeds or ponds, its high rusticity and its flowers with ever-warming and unalterable colours even in the hottest heat, it is very popular as an ornamental herbaceous in

Outdoor Landscape Design Landscaping

Hardiness

The variety'shigh rusticity is conferred by its adaptation to soil and climatic conditions not always tolerated by other ornamental species. It is also a guarantee for more difficult locations, including beds in road roundabouts during the hottest summer period.

Soil/medium

It adapts to different soil conditions, however, the ideal soil for proper vegetative growth followed by luxuriant flowering is medium-textured and loosely loosened; for planters and pots, use a high-quality, peat- and perlite-based substrate for spring plants, alternatively a peat soil for horticulture.

Maintenance

An extremely easy-to-grow variety whose low level of management effort gives it additional value in use.

cultivation tips

Here are some specific cultivation aspects to achieve proper vegetative development and a lush flowering:

Balanced fertilisation Keep the substrate dry at low temperatures

Composition

Ideal for creating harmonious, compact and colourful compositions formed by groups of several varieties belonging to the same species or combined with other ornamental grasses of different heights in order to create perspective views and create beautiful contrasts in mixed beds; recommended for use with Lobularia maritima, Petunia milliflora, Salvia farinacea, Senecio cineraria and Zinnia marylandica.

planting

For transplanting into beds we recommend an average density of 27 plants per square metre in order to allow each specimen to develop properly, thus achieving a proportionate composition and visually compact and uniform final effects. We suggest placing each seedling with the collar outside the soil surface taking care not to damage the roots and watering immediately after planting, preferably during the morning hours.

Irrigation

Use rainwater, alternatively from aqueducts or irrigation canals, by hand-watering or sprinkling. When transplanting, provide an initial copious watering and assist the seedling to ensure it takes root properly in its new site. Afterwards, allow the soil or substrate to dry out slightly after each watering, but avoid drying out. It is advisable not to water the aerial part of the plant from above during the afternoon or evening so as not to damage the blooms and to prevent the spread of plant diseases.

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Fertilization

During the spring-summer period, following proper post-transplant settling, regularly apply a balanced fertiliser suitable for ornamentals to the soil or substrate at the foot of the plant, to be distributed in liquid form, i.e. diluted in the irrigation water, without exceeding the frequency and doses applied. Fertilise during the cooler hours of the day on moist, not dry soil or substrate.

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Pet friendly

Toxicity not known; avoid administration.

Edibility for humans

The flower petals of some marigold varieties are edible, used in cooking for their spicy flavour. Consider the variety before ingestion as not all are edible.

Human toxicity

Ingestion toxicity not known; consider specific case.

advise 1

The plants in the flowerbed should be placed 15 to 20 cm apart. between them. Flowering is copious and continues for the 6 spring-summer months and until autumn minimum temperatures of around 5°C. As long as on dry flowers.