Description
With a flavor similar to licorice, Mexican Tarragon or Mint Marigold, is an aromatic herb that mimics French
Tarragon but is easier to grow. It has a long history as a medicinal plant, and modern studies show that when
combined with UV rays, it may hinder E.coli and Staph cultures. As a culinary herb, use Tarragon flowers in tea and use its leaves fresh or dried in soups and sauces. Therapeutically, the entire plant is digestive, diuretic, febrifuge, hypotensive, narcotic, sedative and stimulant. Tarragon is used externally to treat scorpion bites and remove ticks.
Fun facts: its root secretions are effective against nematodes in the soil. In addition, burn the dried plant materials to repel insects. Also, its flowers are used to make dye. Download our Mexican Tarragon Plant PDF Reference sheet.
Growing Notes:
Zones: 8-11
Exposure: Full Sun
Mature Height: 2 ft | Spread 18 inches
Bloom: Yellow | Late Spring-Early Fall
Grow in a container and overwinter indoors in North Georgia.
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Herb & Vine grows Tarragon from organic seed in organic soil. We do not use chemicals and water naturally with rain water.
IMPORTANT: Information on this website is based on research of the historical uses of this herb and does not constitute medical advice. Consult a medical professional before using any herb for therapeutic purposes. Do not take if pregnant or nursing. Caution: may cause contact dermatitis.
