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Tarragon, Mexican
Mexican Tarragon is a versatile and aromatic herb native to Mexico and Central America. This perennial herb is cherished for its culinary, medicinal, and ornamental properties. Mexican Tarragon typically grows as a compact, bushy plant, reaching heights of 18 to 30 inches (45 to 75 centimetres). Its slender stems are adorned with lanceolate, glossy green leaves that exude a sweet, anise-like fragrance when bruised or crushed.
 
In addition to its delightful fragrance, Mexican Tarragon offers a myriad of benefits. Culinary enthusiasts appreciate Mexican Tarragon for its culinary applications, as its leaves impart a distinctive, liquorice-like flavour to a variety of dishes. It serves as an excellent substitute for French Tarragon in culinary preparations and is commonly used to flavour sauces, soups, stews, and teas. Moreover, the vibrant yellow or orange flowers of Mexican Tarragon are edible and can be used to garnish salads or desserts, adding a pop of colour and flavour.
 
Beyond its culinary uses, Mexican Tarragon is valued for its medicinal properties. It has been traditionally used in herbal medicine to alleviate digestive discomfort, stimulate appetite, and relieve symptoms of indigestion and flatulence. The herb is also believed to possess antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties, making it a popular choice for treating minor skin irritations and infections. Additionally, Mexican Tarragon is sometimes used in traditional Mexican folk medicine to promote relaxation and alleviate symptoms of anxiety and stress.
 
In the garden, Mexican Tarragon is easy to grow and thrives in well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is relatively drought-tolerant once established and attracts beneficial pollinators, such as bees and butterflies, with its vibrant blooms. With its delightful fragrance, culinary versatility, and medicinal benefits, Mexican Tarragon is a valuable addition to any herb garden or landscape, offering both beauty and functionality.

Common Name: Mexican Tarragon

Botanical Names:
  • Tagetes Lucida
  • Tagetes Anethina
  • Tagetes Florida
  • Tagetes Gilletii
  • Tagetes Lucida F. Florida
  • Tagetes Pineda
  • Tagetes Schiedeana
  • Tagetes Seleri

Family: Asteraceae / Compositae

Other Names:
  • Hierbanís
  • Mexican Marigold
  • Mexican Mint Marigold
  • Pericón
  • Pot Tarragon
  • Sweet Mace
  • Sweetscented Marigold
  • Texas Tarragon
  • Yerbaniz

Origin: Central America (Mexico To Guatemala)

Duration: Perennial

Habit: Mexican Tarragon typically exhibits a bushy growth habit. It forms compact clumps of slender stems, reaching heights of 18 to 30 inches (45 to 75 centimetres). The plant's foliage consists of lanceolate, glossy green leaves that emit a sweet, anise-like fragrance when bruised or crushed. Mexican Tarragon produces small, vibrant, edible yellow or orange flowers that bloom in clusters atop the stems.

Hardiness: Hardy

Tarragon, Mexican

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  • Top Diameter: 4.875"

    Height: 3.6875"

  • Partial Shade:

    Mexican Tarragon also grows well with 3 to 6 hours of sunlight per day, primarily morning sun and afternoon shade.
  • Ensure that your plants receive at least 6 hours of sunlight daily for optimal growth and flowering.


    • Soil:

    • Moist, well-drained soil that is rich (fertile) in nutrients. The plant has been reported to grow from 1,000 metres to 2,000 metres in wooded areas, hillsides, and rocky slopes, often thriving in open grassy fields and oak forests, occasionally even on dry rocky hillsides.
    • Loamy or sandy soil enriched with organic matter is ideal.
    • Avoid waterlogged or compacted soils, as they can lead to root rot.
    • Mulch (such as grass clippings and wood chips) can be added to the surface of the soil to retain moisture and keep down weeds.

     


    Watering Frequency:

    • Water Mexican Tarragon regularly to keep the soil evenly moist but not waterlogged.
    • Allow the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings, particularly during hot, dry weather.


    Amendments and Fertiliser:

    • Fertilise Mexican Tarragon sparingly, as excessive fertilisation can lead to leggy growth and reduced flavour intensity.
    • Apply a balanced, all-purpose fertiliser once a month.


    Pruning and Maintenance:

    • Regularly pinch back the tips of Mexican Tarragon plants to encourage bushy growth and prevent them from becoming leggy.
    • Pruning also promotes increased branching and encourages the production of fresh leaves.
    • Regularly removing spent flowers before they form seeds can prolong the flowering season.

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