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Tarragon, French
Artemisia dracunculus
- Category: Perennial, Herbs
- Hardiness Zone:5-9
- Height:24-36 Inches
- Spread:12-15 Inches
- Bloom Color: Yellow
- Foliage Color: Dark Green
Tarragon's long, narrow, dark green leaves have a slight hint of vinegar to the taste. A very open habit with green lance-shaped foliage. An edible perennial herb that blooms in August. Flavor is sweet anise can be used in vinegars, or with fish, vegetables and chicken. Preserve by air-drying.
Tarragon, French - Artemisia dracunculus from Hoffie Nursery
Critter Resistance
| • | Deer Resistant |
Exposure
| • | Full Sun |
Foliage Color
| • | Dark Green |
Season of Interest (Flowering)
| • | Summer |
Additional Information about Tarragon, French
Tarragon's name is taken from the French esdragon, meaning "little dragon" because of it's serpentine root system, which will actually strangle the plant if it is not divided often enough.
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Tarragon, French
This plant has a very vigorous root system, needs to be divided every 2-3 years as the roots will 'strangle themselves.' Can be grown in containers for 2-3 years with little care. Mulch well in October to over-winter.