Known-You Marigold KY-24 Orange F1 Hybrid Flower Seeds

Known-You Marigold KY-24 Orange F1 Hybrid Flower Seeds

Known-You KY-24 Orange is an F1 hybrid marigold variety developed for commercial loose-flower production. It produces attractive orange, compact ball-shaped flowers with a very firm texture.

The variety develops bushy plants approximately 70–80 cm tall. Its flowers weigh approximately 18–20 g, and the first harvest begins around 40–45 days after transplanting under suitable growing conditions. The firm blooms support easier handling and transportation and are suitable for garlands, decorations, religious purposes and fresh-flower marketing.

Product Specifications

Key Features and Benefits

• Attractive orange-coloured flowers.
• Compact, ball-shaped blooms.
• Very firm flowers for improved handling.
• Average flower weight of approximately 18–20 g.
• Bushy plants with good flower-bearing potential.
• Plants grow approximately 70–80 cm tall.
• First harvesting begins approximately 40–45 days after transplanting.
• Suitable for commercial loose-flower production.
• Useful for garland preparation and decorative purposes.
• Suitable for farmers, nurseries and home gardeners.

Growing Information

Nursery Preparation

• Raise seedlings in clean, well-drained nursery media.
• Sow seeds at a shallow and uniform depth.
• Maintain consistent moisture without waterlogging.
• Protect seedlings from heavy rain, excessive irrigation and soil-borne diseases.
• Select healthy, uniformly developed seedlings for transplanting.

Transplanting

• Transplant the seedlings into a well-prepared field.
• Follow the locally recommended plant and row spacing.
• Irrigate immediately after transplanting to assist plant establishment.
• Handle seedlings carefully to avoid damaging their roots.

Soil and Nutrition

• Select fertile soil with good drainage.
• Incorporate well-decomposed organic manure during land preparation.
• Base fertiliser applications on soil-test results and local recommendations.
• Avoid excessive nitrogen, which may promote vegetative growth at the expense of flowering.
• Keep the field free from weeds, particularly during early crop growth.

Irrigation

• Irrigate according to soil moisture, weather and crop requirements.
• Avoid prolonged waterlogging around the roots.
• Reduce excessive overhead watering when flowers are ready for harvesting.
• Maintain adequate moisture during plant establishment and flower development.

Harvesting

• The first harvest generally begins approximately 40–45 days after transplanting under suitable conditions.
• Harvest flowers at the maturity stage required by the intended market.
• Pick blooms carefully to prevent damage.
• Keep harvested flowers in a shaded, well-ventilated place.
• Pack flowers properly to retain firmness during transportation.

Important: Seed quantity, sowing season, seed rate, spacing, germination percentage and regional suitability were not provided. Follow the instructions printed on the original seed packet.

Disclaimer: Seed germination, plant height, flower weight, harvesting time and overall crop performance may vary according to climate, soil, season and cultivation practices.