French Tarragon

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4.5" POT

This diverse herb is fantastic for use in any sort of poultry dish, as well as in sauces, dressings, aiolis, salads, and more! Often called "a chef's best friend," tarragon has a licorice-like flavor similar to that of fennel, distinguishing it from other herbs and adding depth of flavor. This herb can be grown as a perennial in zones 4-9 and can grow up to approximately three feet tall and one foot wide. French tarragon grows best in well-aerated soils and does not tolerate saturated soils. For this reason, it is best to mix compost into your soil before planting French tarragon. This will not only help create more aerated soil that will drain freely, but it will also add nutrients to the soil and help it hold onto just the right amount of moisture. French tarragon will grow equally well in the ground or in containers, you may just need to adjust your care slightly for container herbs. The flavor of French tarragon actually intensifies when grown in soils that lack nutrients. It is recommended to fertilize initially after planting and then leave it be. 

Planting & Growing French Tarragon


  • Light: Prefers to be grown in full sun to partial shade. Will benefit from afternoon shade when the sun is at its hottest.

  • Water: Overwatering will cause decreased growth and lessened flavor. Water only when the top inch of soil is dry to the touch. Container plants should not be allowed to dry out entirely as this can cause root damage.

  • Soil: Grows best in light, well-draining, sandy soils. Rich, acidic, or moist soils are not ideal.

  • Planting: Will grow well in containers but generally only lasts for 2-3 years. Potting in a large container will give the roots more space to grow, helping your potted herbs last longer. Bring container plants indoors throughout the winter.

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