100 Black Mint Huacatay Seeds Tagetes minuta Aromatic Herb Garden

100 Black Mint Huacatay Seeds Tagetes minuta Aromatic Herb Garden
Discover Black Mint Huacatay, also known as Tagetes minuta, a fast-growing aromatic annual prized for its intensely fragrant foliage and its traditional role in the kitchen. Its upright, bushy habit makes it a striking addition to herb beds, borders, and cottage garden plantings. Easy to grow from seed, this plant establishes quickly and brings bold texture and scent to any warm-season garden.
Grow Black Mint Huacatay in full sun and well-drained soil for best results. With its aromatic leaves and small yellow flowers, it attracts pollinators and pairs beautifully with trailing nasturtiums, zinnias, and marigolds. Use it as a companion plant, a culinary herb, or a fragrant container specimen.
Species: Tagetes minuta
Type: Annual herb
Plant_Habit: Upright bushy annual
Sun: Full sun
Soil: Well-drained, moderately fertile
Days_to_Harvest: 70-90
Zones: 8-11
Germination: 7-14 days at 65-75°F
Sowing: Surface sow, lightly press into soil
Spacing: 18-24 inches
Notes: Aromatic foliage with a bold, minty scent