mexican mint marigold seeds Tarragon Seeds - Mexican Mint Marigold Seeds

Description

Golden and aromatic, Sweet Mace (Tagetes lucida) - also known as Mexican Mint Marigold or Mexican Tarragon - radiates warmth and cheer, with slender, glossy green leaves that exude a sweet anise fragrance when brushed by hand. In late summer and autumn, its upright stems are crowned with clusters of small, golden-yellow blossoms that dance lightly in the sun, lending brilliance to herb gardens, borders, and pots alike.

Native to Mexico and Central America, this perennial herb thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, where it grows 18–30 inches tall and forms tidy clumps of foliage that remain lush through heat and drought. Highly resilient and easy to grow, it offers a beautiful and aromatic alternative to true French tarragon in warmer climates.

Celebrated for centuries by Indigenous peoples and herbalists alike, Sweet Mace carries a legacy of both flavor and ritual. Its leaves impart a subtle licorice sweetness to sauces, stews, and herbal teas, while traditional use honors its calming and uplifting qualities. As both medicine and muse, this golden herb continues to embody warmth, resilience, and joy wherever it grows.