Tagetes erecta: Marigolds are one of the most popular garden flowers, and "Crackerjack" is one of the biggest and showiest of them all. They are easy to grow, producing big, bold flowers all summer long. They make great cut flowers too, and do not need staking. Butterflies love them as do vegetables because they make ideal companion plants. An easy to grow heirloom variety that can be grown in all zones of North America as an annual. Planting instructions are included on the seed envelope. Seeds are stored in environmental conditions that promote seed life (Dark/Dry/Cool). Plant with confidence!