Name: Tagetes Lucida

AKA: Mexican Mint Marigold

Why we love it: This perennial is used medicinally and as a culinary herb, and has a lightly sweet smell. It can also withstand heat well.

Mature width: 18-24 inches

Mature height: 6-12 ft

Sun: Full to part sun

Growing zone: 

Victoria, BC and surrounding area is considered a zone 8-9 depending on where exactly you live.

Water: Water thoroughly. In summer, expect to water every day.

Deer resistant? Yes!

Pet Toxicity: This plant is considered toxic to animals. 

Plants are sold in their plastic nursery pots.