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Coco Gold Marigold

$499
  • Brilliant golden-yellow blooms with a full double form
  • Excellent uniformity and long, strong stems
  • Performs exceptionally in heat and full sun
  • Ideal for bouquets, garlands, and market cut flowers
  • Compact, high-yielding habit suitable for tight spacing
  • Annual reaching 24–36” tall; crop time 12–15 weeks
  • Days to Maturity: 70 - 90
Description

Coco Gold Marigold (Tagetes erecta) shines bright in the field with large, fully double golden-yellow blooms held on strong, uniform stems. Part of the premium Coco series, this variety is bred for long stems, early flowering, and consistent color—perfect for professional cut flower growers.


Coco Gold thrives in hot, sunny conditions and produces a high yield of uniform blooms ideal for bouquets, garlands, and festive arrangements. With its tight growth habit, it performs beautifully in high-density plantings and holds its color and form even under southern heat.

Harvesting Tips

For Fresh Arrangements:

  • Harvest blooms just before full opening for maximum vase life.

  • Condition stems immediately in fresh water with floral preservative.

For Market or Garland Use:

  • Pick when flowers are fully double and vibrant in color.

  • Hydrate in cool water for 2–4 hours before use.

Growing Information

Coco Gold Marigold Planting Information

Scientific Name: Tagetes erecta

Common Name: Marigold

Series: Coco

Variety: Gold

Plant Type: Annual

Family: Asteraceae

Color: Bright Golden Yellow

Height (in.): 24–36 inches

Bloom Type: Fully Double

Blooming Season: Summer–Fall

USDA Hardiness Zone(s): Annual

Crop & Spacing Information

  • Crop Time: 12–15 weeks
  • Stem Length: 24–36 inches
  • Germination: 5–7 days at 75°F
  • Light: Light required for uniform germination
  • Transplant: 3–4 weeks after sowing or when roots reach plug edges
  • Sun Requirement: Full Sun
  • Moisture: Moderate; prefers fertile, well-drained soil
Additional Information

Notes:

  • Highly heat-tolerant—ideal for summer cut flower programs.
  • Consistent, upright habit makes Coco Gold reliable for uniform harvests.
  • Produces strong stems even in high-density beds.
  • Long vase life and bright color retention make it a florist favorite.
  • Works beautifully with Coco Orange and Coco Yellow for bold, festive displays.