Marigold - Vanilla Ice

Minimum Seed Count: 15

The Vanilla Ice Marigold is a refreshing twist on the classic marigold, lighting up the garden with its soft, creamy ivory blooms touched with hints of pale lemon. Unlike the traditional fiery oranges and golds, this variety brings a cool, elegant charm to beds, borders, and containers. Its abundant blooms sit atop lush green foliage, creating a striking contrast that pairs beautifully with both bold and pastel garden companions. Heat- and sun-loving, Vanilla Ice thrives with minimal care, offering continuous color and a gentle fragrance all season long. Perfect for pollinator gardens, cut flowers, or simply adding a unique splash of light to your landscape.

🌱 Planting Guide:

When to Plant:

• Start indoors 6–8 weeks before your last expected frost date for earlier blooms.

• Or direct sow outdoors after all danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed.

Soil Requirements:

• Prefers well-drained, moderately fertile soil.

• pH range: 6.0–7.5.

Sunlight:

• Full sun (6–8+ hours daily) for best blooming.

Planting Depth & Spacing:

• Sow seeds ¼ inch deep.

• Space plants 10–12 inches apart to allow for bushy growth.

Watering:

• Keep soil evenly moist while germinating (7–14 days).

• Once established, water moderately—marigolds are drought-tolerant but bloom better with consistent moisture.

Care Tips:

• Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming.

• Pinch back young plants to promote branching and fuller plants.

• Marigolds naturally repel some garden pests, making them great companion plants.

Days to Bloom:

• About 55–70 days from sowing to first flowers.

Height:

• Typically grows 12–18 inches tall, with a neat, compact habit.