(1/3) mexican tarragon By Dick Culbert from Gibsons, B.C., Canada (Tagetes lucida, the Sweetscented Marigold) [CC BY 2.0] (Photo Credits)
(2/3) Mexican Tarragon For Sale
(3/3) Leaf of the Mexican Tarragon
Mexican Tarragon
Tagetes lucidaEasy to grow perennial herb. Bright yellow flowers appear in cluster in the summer. the leaves are long and narrow with a distinct aniseed scent and flavour. Use sparingly in any recipe calling for French tarragon to which it is similar. It also makes a g... Read More
$7.75 ($7.75-$9.95 choose a size)
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Specifications of Mexican Tarragon
Preferred Climate Tropical, SubtropicalLearn About Climate Zones
Grown From CuttingLearn About Propagation Methods
Max Height (when in the ground with good conditions) 0-1m
Plants required to Pollinate 1 (Self Pollinating)Learn about Pollination
Can it Handle Frosts? Sometimes
Amount of leaves in Winter? All Leaves (Evergreen)
Quarantine Restrictions to these Areas WA
Water Requirements Drought Hardy (Little Watering)
Time to Fruit/Flower/Harvest First Year
Sun or Shade Full (Sun:80%-100%)
Preferred Soil Type Good Drainage
Soil pH Neutral (6.6-7.3pH)
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