Plant Care: How to Grow Huacatey
Plant Type
Perennial, Annual Herb
Harvest Season
Leaves can generally be picked year-round in warmer regions or just before flowering in colder climates, about 5-7 weeks after planting
Mature Size
Up to 4 ft. tall and wide
Soil & Moisture
Rich, well-drained soil, good drought-tolerance
Light Requirements
Full Sun, Part Shade
Self-Fertile
Yes
Growth Rate
Fast
Zone Hardiness
Outdoors 5-11; Patio/Greenhouse 4+
Annual north of Zone 9
Propagation