Botanical Name: Tagetes lucida

Soil: average, well drained

Zone: 7-11

Exposure: Full Sun

Bloom Time and Color: Bright Yellow Flowers in late summer/early fall.

Description: Winter Tarragon (also known as Spanish Tarragon or Mexican Mint Marigold) grows to approximately 2 feet and develops bright yellow flowers in late summer. Hardy to 5 degrees, this plant will grow as a perennial in most of the U.S. Winter Tarragon has many culinary uses such as soups and sauces, having an anise-like flavor.