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In summer orange is a very in-your-face colour, so use it sparingly to make a striking impact or contrast. But in autumn, it takes on a more mellow feel.
Tagetes erecta, African marigold
Latin nameTagetes erecta
Common nameAfrican marigold
Type of plantAnnual
HardinessHalf-hardy
Flower colourOrange, yellow and red
Leaf colourDeep green
Height and spread30cm to 1m x 30cm to 50cm (1ft to 3ft x 1ft x 2ft)
Description
Fast growing, bushy upright annual with pungent foliage which is a good companion plant to keep away aphids. Flowers are double, daisy-like, and 5cm (2in) wide.
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