How many seeds are in the packet?
15 Seeds+.
Orange African Marigold produces large, rounded orange flowers on upright plants. Use a few petals for colour in a dish: African marigold flavour varies and can be strong or bitter. It is not a direct flavour replacement for saffron.
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Growing guides
Ships from Québec
- Season
- 2026
EDIBLE FLOWERS · FROM GARDEN TO PLATE
Orange African Marigold SeedsTagetes erecta
Orange African Marigold produces large, rounded orange flowers on upright plants. Use a few petals for colour in a dish: African marigold flavour varies and can be strong or bitter. It is not a direct flavour replacement for saffron.
Packet: 15 Seeds+
In the kitchen
- Scatter petals in salads for fiery orange color and tang
- Add a few petals to rice, vegetables or soup just before serving
- Brew into herbal teas for earthy-citrus notes
- Float petals in cocktails for bold visual flair
- Infuse oils & vinegars for golden hue + subtle spice
In the garden
- Tall annual, 24–36” (sometimes taller), upright growth
- Large orange pom-pom flowers
- Thrives in full sun, heat-tolerant & drought-resistant
- Support tall stems if needed, especially in exposed sites
- ⏱ Remove spent flowers; protect plants from frost
Flavor Profile
Variable, sometimes strong and bitter; taste a small amount before using.
Serving idea
Think of the orange petals as a finishing accent for savoury plates. Start with a few petals so their flavour does not overwhelm the dish.
At a glance
- Latin Name
- Tagetes erecta (‘Orange African Marigold’)
- Habit
- Annual, tall 24–36”+
- Flavor
- Variable; may be strong or bitter
- Culinary Uses
- Salads, teas, cocktails, rice, oils
- Garden use
- Upright colour for beds and cutting gardens
Explore the kitchen garden
Common questions
Am I buying seeds or harvested flowers?
This listing is for seeds to grow, not ready-to-use flowers.
Which flowers should I use in the kitchen?
Use only correctly identified flowers grown for food, and follow the kitchen notes above for this variety.
Cook your harvest
Use your harvest in these recipes. Check the variety notes and substitutions in each recipe.
Follow the growing notes in the description and on your seed packet. Sowing time, temperature and harvest stage depend on the variety.
See the description for this variety’s kitchen uses and the harvest stage that suits your recipe.
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