Thomas Jefferson planted seeds of the African Marigold along the Winding Flower Walk on April 8, 1812. Although native to South America, they were first introduced into Europe through northern Africa: hence, the common name. Double garden forms were common around 1800, but this is the species, or wild form, of African Marigold with unusual (and rare) single, yellow flowers.
Visit Monticello’s Online Shop to check for seeds or plants of African Marigold.