Bring a touch of traditional greenery to your home garden with Epazote Seeds, known scientifically as Dysphania ambrosioides and commonly as Mexican Tea or Wormseed. This aromatic annual herb produces deep green, jagged-edged leaves and a distinct earthy fragrance, making it a favorite addition for ornamental herb gardens and textured landscapes.

Epazote is native to Central and South America, thriving in warm, sunny locations with well-drained soil. It’s a fast-growing plant that adds visual interest to garden beds, containers, or raised planters. Its natural hardiness and rich green foliage make it ideal for gardeners seeking low-maintenance, aromatic plants.

Features

• Premium-quality non-GMO Epazote (Dysphania ambrosioides) seeds
• Produces lush, aromatic green foliage
• Easy to grow in full sun and well-drained soil
• Excellent for ornamental and herb garden borders
• Fast-growing annual herb with unique scent and texture
• Adaptable to a range of soil types
• Great for container gardening or open beds
• Adds greenery and structure to summer landscapes

Specifications

• Common Name: Epazote, Mexican Tea, Wormseed
• Scientific Name: Dysphania ambrosioides (formerly Chenopodium ambrosioides)
• Plant Type: Annual Herb
• Foliage: Deep green, toothed leaves with aromatic oils
• Flower Color: Small green-yellow clusters
• Sunlight Requirement: Full Sun
• Soil Type: Well-drained, moderately fertile
• Watering Needs: Moderate; avoid overwatering
• Germination Time: 10–20 days
• Maturity Period: 60–90 days
• Best Planting Season: Spring after last frost
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 5–11 (grown as annual in cooler zones)
• Temperature Range: 65–85°F (18–29°C)
• Plant Height: 24–48 inches (60–120 cm)
• Spacing Between Plants: 12–18 inches (30–45 cm)
• Planting Depth: 1/4 inch deep
• Fragrance: Strong aromatic, herbaceous scent
• GMO Status: Non-GMO
• Organic Status: Conventional
• Maintenance Level: Easy
• Uses: Ornamental herb garden, container planting, aromatic landscaping
• Storage: Keep seeds in a cool, dry, and dark location until sowing

Planting Guide

• Prepare Soil: Choose a sunny area with loose, well-draining soil.
• Sowing: Sow seeds 1/4 inch deep and cover lightly with soil.
• Watering: Keep soil moist until seedlings establish; do not overwater.
• Light: Provide full sunlight for robust, fragrant foliage.
• Germination: Expect seedlings within 10–20 days.
• Transplanting: Space mature plants 12–18 inches apart for airflow.
• Maintenance: Trim or pinch tips to encourage bushy growth and prevent legginess.