Also known as Mexican Marigold. Will protect nearby plants against undesirable bugs and slugs. Also surpresses perennial weeds such as ground elder, couch grass and bind weed by secreting chemicals from its roots. Dried leaves give and apple like aroma to soups meat dishes and vegetables. 
Type: Hardy hardy annual
Height: 1.5m 
Spread: 45cm
Soil type: Well drained 
Aspect: Full sun/ light shade 
Flower colour: Yellow 
Flowering time: Autumn