Tall Swamp Marigold Seeds
Bidens coronata
- HOW TO GROW
- FAST FACTS
HOW TO GROW
Sowing: In late fall, direct sow tall swamp marigold flower seeds just below the surface of the soil and lightly press down the soil. For spring planting, mix Bidens Coronata seeds with moist sand and store it in the refrigerator for 30 days before planting. Direct sow and keep the soil moist until germination. Thin or transplant seedlings.
Growing: This plant prefers wet or even mucky ground, and can adapt to clay or sand. It cannot tolerate drought, and will need to be watered in dry weather or if the soil is not naturally wet. Though an annual, this plant will spread and reseed itself; it attracts bees, butterflies, and many beneficial insects.
Harvesting: For fresh flowers, cut the stems at ground level and place them in water immediately.
Seed Saving: The ripe seed heads will hang down, containing dark brown seeds with four barbs. The seed has a tendency to stick to clothes, fur, or anything it brushes against. Collect the seed heads and separate the seed from the husks. Store tall swamp marigold flower seeds in a cool, dark place.
FAST FACTS
Common Names: Crowned Beggarticks
Latin Name: Bidens coronata
Species Origin: US Native Wildflower
Type: Native Wildflowers
Life Cycle: Annual
USDA Zones: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
US Regions: Plains/Texas, Midwest, Northeast, Southeast
Seeds per Ounce: 10,900
Stratification: Cold/Wet for 4 Weeks
Germination Ease: Stratify 4 Weeks
Sunlight: Full Sun
Height: 48 Inches
Color: Yellow
Bloom Season: Blooms Early Fall, Blooms Late Fall
DESCRIPTION
HOW TO GROW
Sowing: In late fall, direct sow tall swamp marigold flower seeds just below the surface of the soil and lightly press down the soil. For spring planting, mix Bidens Coronata seeds with moist sand and store it in the refrigerator for 30 days before planting. Direct sow and keep the soil moist until germination. Thin or transplant seedlings.
Growing: This plant prefers wet or even mucky ground, and can adapt to clay or sand. It cannot tolerate drought, and will need to be watered in dry weather or if the soil is not naturally wet. Though an annual, this plant will spread and reseed itself; it attracts bees, butterflies, and many beneficial insects.
Harvesting: For fresh flowers, cut the stems at ground level and place them in water immediately.
Seed Saving: The ripe seed heads will hang down, containing dark brown seeds with four barbs. The seed has a tendency to stick to clothes, fur, or anything it brushes against. Collect the seed heads and separate the seed from the husks. Store tall swamp marigold flower seeds in a cool, dark place.
FAST FACTS
Common Names: Crowned Beggarticks
Latin Name: Bidens coronata
Species Origin: US Native Wildflower
Type: Native Wildflowers
Life Cycle: Annual
USDA Zones: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
US Regions: Plains/Texas, Midwest, Northeast, Southeast
Seeds per Ounce: 10,900
Stratification: Cold/Wet for 4 Weeks
Germination Ease: Stratify 4 Weeks
Sunlight: Full Sun
Height: 48 Inches
Color: Yellow
Bloom Season: Blooms Early Fall, Blooms Late Fall
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