20 Mexican Mint Seeds Tagetes lucida Aromatic Herb Garden Planting

Mexican Mint (Tagetes lucida) is a tender perennial herb admired for its sweet, tarragon-like aroma and bright golden-yellow blooms that appear from late summer into autumn. Its glossy narrow leaves and compact, bushy habit make it a versatile choice for borders, herb gardens, and container plantings.

Often grown as a culinary herb, the leaves add a warm anise-like flavor to teas, salads, and savory dishes. The cheerful flowers attract pollinators and blend nicely into mixed beds or patio pots. For best results, start seeds indoors before the last frost and transplant after the soil has warmed.
Species: Tagetes lucida
Variety: Mexican Mint
Type: Tender perennial herb
Plant_Habit: Upright, bushy clump
Sun: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Well-drained, moderately fertile
Days_to_Harvest: 70-90 days
Zones: 8-11
Germination: 7-14 days at 70-75F
Sowing: Surface sow, barely cover, light needed
Spacing: 12-18 inches apart
Notes: Pinch tips to encourage bushy growth