Tarragon

Artemisia dracunculus

perennial0.6×0.3 mzone 6–9light shade🍎 Edible

Profile

Family: Asteraceae
Habit: perennial
Height: 0.6 m
Spread: 0.3 m
Growth: medium
Lifespan: 10 years
First yield: after 2 years
Hardiness: zone 6–9
Shade tolerance: light shade
Soil: Sand, Silt
Soil moisture: very dry – moist
pH: 6.6 – 8.8

scented

Flowering & harvest

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Flowering
Leaf harvest

Times apply to the northern hemisphere in a temperate climate and shift with altitude and cultivar.

Uses

Edible6 of 10

Medicinal4 of 10

Other uses3 of 10

Growing

Tarragon prefers a sunny, sheltered location with well-drained, fertile soil that is neutral to slightly alkaline (pH 6.5-7.5). It tolerates dry to medium moisture and requires moderate watering, allowing soil to dry between waterings. Propagation is best by division or cuttings in spring or autumn. Regular pruning and dividing every 2-4 years maintain vigor. Avoid waterlogged soils and provide winter protection in colder climates.

⚠️ Hazards

Toxicity: slightly toxic

This is no substitute for expert identification. When in doubt, do not eat it.

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