"Tagetes patula. A gorgeous . . . versatile cut flower, heirloom Harlequin is an unusually tall and airy, bushy Marigold with fine foliage and dainty gold- and maroon-striped flowers. Height: 2' to 3'." ~Kitchen Garden Seeds (also photo) I wanted a marigold variety that would help to combat root knot nematodes, and French marigolds is usually what is recommended for that. Very few French marigolds are tall enough to be usable for cut flowers, but this variety is an exception, and I personally like the look of it too. I'm looking forward to growing it this year!
