Tagetes lemmonii
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Mexican Marigold
| Evergreen-Deciduous | Evergreen |
|---|---|
| Overall Mature Size | Medium |
| Mature Height & Spread | 4-6' x 3-8' |
| Exposure | Full sun |
| Water | Medium Water |
| Flower Color | Yellow |
| Bloom Time | Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter |
| Special Features | Attracts Birds, Butterflies, Coastal Conditions, Deer Resistant, Desert Conditions |
| Container Sizes | #1, #5 |
| Natural Growth Habit | Oval |
| Sunset Garden Zones | 8-10, 12-24 |
| Minimum USDA Hardiness Zone | 8A-11 |
| Plant Type | Perennial, Shrub |
Fast-growing, shrubby evergreen perennial with an upright growth habit to 3-6’ tall and wide. This heat tolerant species forms a billowing mound of finely-divided, aromatic, medium-green foliage that emits a strong fragrance when brushed or rubbed against, with hints of marigold, mint and lemon. Prized for its abundant display of butterfly-attracting, daisy-like, golden-yellow flowers that rise above the fragrant foliage fall into spring, with sporadic bloom throughout the year in mild climates. This species can self sow which should be considered when choosing a planting location. Well-suited in mixed borders, wildflower gardens, cottage gardens, as a slope or background planting, or as a colorful container specimen. While this species can tolerate periods of drought, it performs best with light regular watering in a well-drained soil, and prefers a full to partial sun exposure. Deer resistant.
USDA Zone: 8A-11
