Tarragon 'French'

Artemisia dracunculus

How to grow Tarragon 'French'

  • Full Sun

  • Low

Best grown from cuttings as seed grown plants may have inferior flavor.

Try to plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to apply water fairly sparingly. French is generally regarded as a tender plant, so remember to wait until your soil is warm and the night time temperature is well above freezing before moving outside.

Growing French from seed

Seeds are usually sterile.1 Reproduce by cuttings or division.1

Transplanting French

French is tender, so ensure you wait until all danger of frost has passed in your area before considering planting outside.

Harvesting French

Leaves may be harvested anytime as an herb to add to salad dressing or other dishes.

Other Names for Tarragon 'French'

estragon, dragon sagewort, German tarragon

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