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Tarragon is a perennial herb known for its upright growth and narrow aromatic leaves. It forms a bushy plant suitable for garden beds, borders, and container planting. This herb adapts well to moderate climates and performs best in full sunlight with well drained soil. It is commonly grown in herb gardens and tolerates dry conditions once established.
Features
- Upright bushy growth with narrow aromatic foliage
- Adaptable to moderate climates
- Suitable for garden beds borders and container planting
- Performs best in full sunlight conditions
- Tolerates dry conditions once established
Specifications
- Scientific name: Artemisia dracunculus
- Common name (US): Tarragon
- Seed type / variety: Standard
- Growth habit: Perennial herb
- USDA zones: 4 to 8
- Planting season: Spring
- Growing season: Spring to summer
- Sowing Season: Spring March to May
- Germination time and conditions: 10 to 21 days in warm well drained conditions 18 to 24 C
- Sunlight requirements: Full sun
- Soil requirements: Well drained sandy or loamy soil
- Watering needs: Low to moderate allow soil to dry between watering
- Mature plant size: 60 to 120 cm height 45 to 60 cm spread
- Plant spacing: 45 to 60 cm apart
