Lemon marigold

Latin Name: Tagetes tenuifolia 'Lemon
Plant type: Edible and useful annual
Botanical family: Asteraceae

Hardiness Zone: Non-hardy – grown as an annual in Quebec (zones 10+ only as a perennial)
Harvest period: June to September

Exposure: Full sun
Watering: Moderate

Companion plants: Carrot, tomato, cucumber, nasturtium
Enemy plants: None known

Description

A small annual with a dense habit and lemon-yellow flowers, Lemon Tagetes gives off a fresh, lemony scent. A very floriferous plant, it is appreciated for its edible flowers and its repellent effect in the garden.

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