tarragon 'French'
French tarragon or Artemisia dracunculus 'French'
Loose clusters of white flowers in late summer and aromatic light to mid-green leaves. Tarragon is perfect for growing in a...
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Plant description
Loose clusters of white flowers in late summer and aromatic light to mid-green leaves. Tarragon is perfect for growing in a terracotta container in full sun.
Sprigs of the aromatic foliage can be harvested throughout the growing season, for flavouring chicken and fish dishes and for making tarragon vinegar or in sauces.
Sprigs of the aromatic foliage can be harvested throughout the growing season, for flavouring chicken and fish dishes and for making tarragon vinegar or in sauces.
Eventual height & spread
Flowering period
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Plant features
Position
Full sun
Rate of growth
Fast-growing
Soil
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness
Borderline hardy (will need protection in winter in colder areas)
How to care for Artemisia dracunculus French:
Plant this aromatic, culinary herb in well-drained soil in a sunny, sheltered spot, as it dislikes wet or heavy conditions. Avoid planting in acidic soils; a slightly alkaline pH is ideal.
Regularly water during the growing season but avoid overwatering. Feed with a balanced liquid fertiliser every few weeks during active growth.
For potting into larger containers, ensure good drainage by using gritty, loam-based compost and avoid waterlogging.
Move pots to an unheated greenhouse or sheltered porch over winter, as this plant is not fully hardy. Protect outdoor plants with horticultural fleece during frosts. Trim in spring to encourage fresh, vigorous growth.
Regularly water during the growing season but avoid overwatering. Feed with a balanced liquid fertiliser every few weeks during active growth.
For potting into larger containers, ensure good drainage by using gritty, loam-based compost and avoid waterlogging.
Move pots to an unheated greenhouse or sheltered porch over winter, as this plant is not fully hardy. Protect outdoor plants with horticultural fleece during frosts. Trim in spring to encourage fresh, vigorous growth.
Please note:
This perennial dies back to below ground level each year in autumn, then fresh new growth appears again in spring.
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