Tagetes lucida (Mexican Mint Marigold) Size:4" or be allowed to trail

or be allowed to trail on the ground

It is adaptable

The flowers change from yellow to pink as they mature

any suckers should be promptly removed

or naturalizing in a large space

Tagetes lucida (Mexican Mint Marigold) Size:4" or be allowed to trailMexican Mint Marigold is a fall bloomer featuring small, bright yellow flowers. Its foliage is aromatic in a pleasant way and the leaves have a licorice smell and taste. They are sometimes used as a tarragon substitute. AT A GLANCE Texas native No Water use Low, medium Sun exposure Full sun to part shade Bloom color Yellow Bloom time Fall Mature height 2 3 ft Mature spread 2 3 ft Attracts Butterflies, bees, birds Notes Needs well draining soil