Organic Mexican Mint Marigold (Tagetes lucida) Perennial

This drought tolerant, flowering herb is native to Mexico and the Southwest US. Deep green leaves are often used as a substitute for tarragon; edible flowers are peppery with a gentle licorice flavor. Mexican Mint Marigold is valued for medicinal purposes. Blooms midsummer into the fall. Plants reach 16-20” tall. Perennial in zones 8-11.

• 200 seeds minimum
• Germination: 14-21 days
• Maturity: 80-90 days
• Start indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost date. Gently press seeds into seed starting mix and lightly cover. When seedlings reach 4-5” tall, pinch back tips to encourage branching. Repeat pinching in 2 weeks. Harden before transplanting in full sun after last frost.
• Space plants 8-12” apart.
• Grown as a perennial in USDA Hardiness Zones 8-11. Grown as an annual in colder growing zones.