Tagetes lucida 'Winter Sunrise'

Also Known As

Mexican Mint Marigold
Root Beer Plant
Spanish Tarragon
Sweet Mace
Sweet-Scented Chili Marigold
Texas Tarragon
Yerbis Anis

Plant type

perennial, herb

size

H: 18"-36"
W: 12"-15"

planting zones

8a-11

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Tagetes lucida 'Winter Sunrise' plant details

Tagetes lucida 'Winter Sunrise' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial herb with green foliage. In fall and summer orange flowers emerge. Attracts bees and beneficial insects making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Tagetes lucida 'Winter Sunrise'

Plant type: perennial herb
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN - 15 IN - wide, 18 IN - 36 IN - tall
Flowers: orange blooms in fall and summer
Uses: culinary, edible, fragrant foliage, long-blooming, showy

GROWING CONDITIONS for Tagetes lucida 'Winter Sunrise'

USDA Zones: 8a - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Tender perennial herb with fragrant orange edible flowers..foliage smells like root beer..also known as Mexican tarragon..use the foliage like tarragon for cooking.