MEXICAN TARRAGON
Tagetes lucida
also known as Sweet mace or Mexican marigold
Approx. 25-35 seeds
This is a lovely multipurpose perennial plant, very ornamental but also edible - can be used as a French tarragon substitute or in teas and tinctures. Believed to have some medicinal qualities as well.
Perennial plant in warm climates, treat as an annual in cool zones.
Height 65cm
Sow in Spring to summer in cool zones, Au-Sp in hot climates - best success when soil temperature is around 22 degrees C.
Sow shallowly about 2-5mm deep and keep moist.