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Tarragon
Artemisia dracunculus var. sativa
Also known as: estragon, french tarragon
Aromatic herb with anise-like flavor essential in French cuisine. Use French tarragon from divisions, not seed.
Growing Requirements
SunFull Sun
WaterLow
Soil Type
Soil Drainage
Soil pH
Plant Spacing18–24″
Row Spacing24–36″
Planting Depth—
Height18–30″
Spread12–18″
✓ Container Friendly✓ Raised Bed Friendly
Planting Schedule
Transplant Outdoors
0–9 weeks after last frost
Days to Harvest
30–60 days
Zone Suitability
USDA Hardiness Zones
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
Zones 4–8
Can overwinter in appropriate zones
Perennial in zones 4–8
French tarragon does not produce viable seed. Propagate by division or cuttings. Mulch in winter.
Companion Plants
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