• African
  • Annual
  • Zones 3–10
  • White
  • Double

Kilimanjaro White

Kilimanjaro · White Kilimanjaro

Annual african marigold in white and cream, blooming in early summer, midsummer, late summer, and fall. Fully double, rounded blooms about 3 inches across in creamy white. USDA zones 3–10.

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A Kilimanjaro White marigold flower up close on the plant
A Kilimanjaro White marigold flower up close on the plant

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Kilimanjaro White marigold plants in bloom in a garden
Kilimanjaro White marigold plants in bloom in a garden

At a glance

Flower form
African Double · 3 in (8 cm)
Colors
  • White
  • Cream
Blooms
Early summer, Midsummer, Late summer, Fall 65–75 days from sowing
Vase life
Not grown for cutting
Height
1½–2 ft (46–61 cm)
Sunlight
Full sun
Hardiness
USDA zones 3–10 Annual
Planted as
Seed
Botanical name
Tagetes erecta

In the garden

Our sources don't record pollinator visits or deer resistance for this variety.

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Origin

White African marigold that Baker Creek credits to the Hem Zaden seed company.

Bred by Hem Zaden

Sources

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  • A Kilimanjaro White marigold flower up close on the plant
    A Kilimanjaro White marigold flower up close on the plant
  • Kilimanjaro White marigold plants in bloom in a garden
    Kilimanjaro White marigold plants in bloom in a garden

Questions

Is Kilimanjaro White hardy in my zone?

Kilimanjaro White is an annual: it flowers and sets seed in one season, so hardiness zone decides when to plant it, not whether it survives winter.

Does Kilimanjaro White need full sun?

Kilimanjaro White grows in full sun.

When does Kilimanjaro White bloom?

Kilimanjaro White blooms in early summer, midsummer, late summer, and fall, about 65–75 days from sowing.

Is Kilimanjaro White good for cutting?

Our sources don't list Kilimanjaro White as a cut flower or give a vase life for it.

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