Tagetes patula mit leuchtend gelben, zitronig duftenden Blüten — natürlich insektentreibend, lange Blütezeit von Juni bis Oktober, ideal für Beet, Balkon und Kübel.
Tagetes Zitronentropfen Samen – Fragrant Yellow Blooms for Garden and Balcony
Tagetes Zitronentropfen (Tagetes patula) is a compact annual flower producing abundant yellow blooms with a distinctive citrus fragrance. The seeds germinate easily and reward gardeners with a long flowering period from early summer through late autumn.
Bright yellow flowers release a fresh lemon-like scent that repels insects naturally
Long flowering season from June to October ensures continuous colour in beds and containers
Compact growth habit suits borders, pots, and balcony planters
Sow directly outdoors from March to June for successive blooms
Das zeichnet Tagetes Zitronentropfen aus
The citrus-scented yellow flowers set this Tagetes variety apart from standard marigolds. The fragrance acts as a natural insect deterrent, making it a practical companion plant for vegetable gardens and a cheerful addition to mixed flower beds.
Ideal für...
Gardeners seeking low-maintenance annuals with a functional benefit — the scent deters pests without chemical intervention. Suitable for balcony planters, patio containers, and sunny border edges where the fragrance can be enjoyed close to seating areas.
Anwendung von Tagetes Zitronentropfen
Sow seeds directly into well-drained soil from March to June, pressing them lightly into the surface. Thin seedlings to 20–30 cm spacing once they have two sets of true leaves. Deadhead spent blooms regularly to extend the flowering period through October. No fertiliser is required — the plant thrives in average garden soil with full sun exposure.
Samen Mauser is a Swiss seed supplier offering a range of flower, vegetable, and herb seeds for home gardeners. The brand focuses on reliable germination and straightforward sowing instructions, catering to both novice and experienced growers across Switzerland.
Tagetes Zitronentropfen (Tagetes patula) is an annual flowering plant grown from seed. It produces bright yellow, citrus-scented blooms that serve as a natural insect repellent and provide long-lasting garden colour from June to October.
Sow seeds directly outdoors from March to June in well-drained soil with full sun exposure. Thin seedlings to 20–30 cm spacing once they have two sets of true leaves.
Blooms appear from June through October, provided spent flowers are deadheaded regularly. The long flowering season ensures continuous colour in beds, borders, and containers.
No special care or fertiliser is needed. Tagetes Zitronentropfen thrives in average garden soil with full sun. Regular deadheading of spent blooms extends the flowering period.
Yes — the flowers emit a distinctive lemon-like fragrance, which is the defining characteristic of the Zitronentropfen variety and the reason for its natural insect-repellent properties.
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