Secret GardenEagle River Valley, Alaska
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Blooming marigold grown by Secret Garden
Blooming marigolds in 3 inch pots. Secret Garden grows a broad mix of dwarf, double, French, African, and other marigold types.

Plants

Marigolds - Mixed Varieties

Secret Garden grows a broad range of marigolds, including dwarf, double, French, African, and other types. Blooming plants are $3 in 3 inch pots and are available year round.

Size
3 inch pot
Availability
Available year round
Price
$3 3 inch pot
Status
In stock
Order now, pay when you receive it

Secret Garden confirms availability, sends current photos and order updates, and includes free similar plants with every order. Pickup is free; Eagle River delivery is $10 or free on local orders over $100.

Listing information

About this plant

Most garden marigolds are Tagetes patula, Tagetes erecta, or hybrids selected for height, flower form, and color. The exact varieties change, so current flower type and color are confirmed from the available batch.

Uses

Best uses and placement

  • Borders, porch pots, deck containers, and vegetable garden edges
  • Choosing compact or taller plants to fit a specific space
  • Adding plants that are already flowering
  • Comparing different marigold forms and colors

Growing notes

Growing conditions

  • Give marigolds sun. Too much shade makes them stretch and flower poorly.
  • Harden off before planting outside. Small leaves can still sunburn or windburn.
  • Water after transplanting, then let the soil breathe between waterings.
  • Pinch or deadhead as they grow if you want a fuller, longer show.
  • They can be planted near vegetables for color and pollinator activity, but they do not replace direct pest monitoring.

Plant health

Problems to watch for

  • A 2 to 4 inch start is still young. Handle the root ball gently.
  • Cold wet soil can stall them.
  • Slugs or rough weather can chew small plants quickly.
  • If the plant is flowering too early in a tiny pot, ask whether it should be upsized soon.

Current condition

Check before pickup

  • Which marigold types and colors are blooming now
  • How many plants are available for a border or group planting
  • Whether the batch has been outside yet
  • A current photo if you are matching color or height

Order process

After you place a request

  • We send photos and full updates as orders are prepared.
  • Every order includes free similar plants matched to what was ordered.
  • Pickup and delivery timing are confirmed before plants leave the greenhouse.
  • Use the order notes for timing, substitutions, pot size, and whether the plant is going indoors, outdoors, or into a greenhouse.
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