Marigold, Pinwheel

Tagates patula (80-90 days) 

Also known as harlequin. A fantastic heirloom curiosity originally from Mexico and tweaked by breeder Alan “Mushroom” Kapular to produce a unique array of blooms exhibiting a pinwheel of alternating maroon and yellow petals.  Grows to 3’+ and has an extended blooming period.  Makes a golden yellow plant dye.  SSF.

Packet: (1/2g~115 seeds) 

Bulk: 5g