{"product_id":"marigold-court-jester-seeds-tagetes-patula","title":"Marigold Court Jester Seeds (Tagetes patula)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"183\" data-end=\"506\"\u003eMarigold Court Jester is an annual French marigold grown as a bedding plant, prized for its unusual lengthwise bi-coloured petals in yellow and deep brown. Its branching habit helps create a full, eye-catching display, making it a great choice for borders, mass planting, cottage-style gardens, and colourful seasonal beds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"19zqy0x\" data-start=\"508\" data-end=\"520\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"521\" data-end=\"791\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"trdi98\" data-start=\"521\" data-end=\"555\"\u003eBotanical name: \u003cem data-start=\"539\" data-end=\"555\"\u003eTagetes patula\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1pgfsx\" data-start=\"556\" data-end=\"588\"\u003eVariety: Marigold Court Jester\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"rcv5ma\" data-start=\"589\" data-end=\"613\"\u003eAnnual French marigold\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1x5zz9w\" data-start=\"614\" data-end=\"675\"\u003eUnusual lengthwise bi-coloured yellow and deep brown petals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"631zoq\" data-start=\"676\" data-end=\"693\"\u003eBranching habit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"12ky2fs\" data-start=\"694\" data-end=\"722\"\u003eIdeal for bedding displays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1pxb5z8\" data-start=\"723\" data-end=\"769\"\u003eSuitable for borders, edging, and containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ktproj\" data-start=\"770\" data-end=\"791\"\u003eProduct code: MARCJ\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"48mo84\" data-start=\"793\" data-end=\"815\"\u003eWhy You Should Buy\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"816\" data-end=\"1143\"\u003eCourt Jester is a great option for gardeners wanting something a little different from standard marigolds. The distinctive striped petals add strong visual impact, while the branching habit helps produce a fuller, more floriferous plant. It is well suited to sunny garden spaces, pots, and companion planting around vegetables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1tjiar5\" data-start=\"1145\" data-end=\"1162\"\u003eGrowing Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1163\" data-end=\"1247\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1163\" data-end=\"1181\"\u003eSowing window:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spring, early summer and autumn, depending on your local climate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1249\" data-end=\"1569\"\u003eSow direct or raise seedlings in a moist, well-drained soil or seed-raising mix. Sow seed about 5 mm deep and keep moist during germination. Marigolds generally germinate quickly in warm conditions and perform best in a full sun position. Space plants about 25–30 cm apart to allow for branching growth and good airflow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"s1ugi9\" data-start=\"1571\" data-end=\"1600\"\u003eGarden \u0026amp; Landscape Appeal\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1601\" data-end=\"1885\"\u003eCourt Jester is ideal for gardeners who want a bright, decorative flower with strong contrast and a playful look. It works beautifully in bedding displays, borders, patio pots, and mixed flower plantings, where the yellow and deep brown striped petals stand out against green foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"yn99c3\" data-start=\"1887\" data-end=\"1895\"\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1897\" data-end=\"2018\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1897\" data-end=\"1939\"\u003eWhat type of marigold is Court Jester?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1939\" data-end=\"1942\"\u003eIt is a French marigold, \u003cem data-start=\"1967\" data-end=\"1983\"\u003eTagetes patula\u003c\/em\u003e, grown as an annual bedding plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2020\" data-end=\"2190\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2020\" data-end=\"2058\"\u003eWhat makes Court Jester different?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2058\" data-end=\"2061\"\u003eIt is known for its unusual lengthwise bi-coloured petals in yellow and deep brown, giving it a striped, eye-catching appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2192\" data-end=\"2299\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2192\" data-end=\"2224\"\u003eWhen should I sow the seeds?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2224\" data-end=\"2227\"\u003eSow in spring, early summer and autumn, depending on your local climate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2301\" data-end=\"2419\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2301\" data-end=\"2340\"\u003eCan it be grown in pots or borders?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2340\" data-end=\"2343\"\u003eYes, it is well suited to bedding displays, borders, edging, and containers.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oldboy's Flowers","offers":[{"title":"1 Gram (360 Seeds)","offer_id":45112527192117,"sku":null,"price":4.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 Grams (1800 Seeds)","offer_id":45112527224885,"sku":null,"price":16.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0297\/4629\/8933\/files\/marigold-court-jester-seeds-tagetes-patula-5738425.jpg?v=1775819286","url":"https:\/\/www.oldboysflowers.com.au\/products\/marigold-court-jester-seeds-tagetes-patula","provider":"Oldboy's Flowers","version":"1.0","type":"link"}