Marigolds originated in Mexico and Guatemala, revered for their spiritual significance among the Aztecs. But in the modern era, it was legendary seedsman David Burpee who elevated the humble flower to its status as one of the most popular and enduring flowers in American gardens. He enlisted some help along the way: a powerful senator from Illinois and thousands of home gardeners who entered a 21-year-long contest to breed the elusive white marigold. Baker Creek offers the Kilimanjaro white marigold: https://www.rareseeds.com/store/flowers/marigolds/kilimanjaro-white-marigold