Artemisia dracunculus 'Sativa' French Tarragon

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Artemisia dracunculus 'Sativa' 'French'

Tarragon

Culinary herb for gardens and containers. Leaves may be used fresh or dried in culinary dishes.

Create delicious gourmet meals with fresh herbs! Very popular, attractive herb with exceptionally flavorful leaves.

  • The anise flower of French tarragon enhances many foods including vinegars and sauces, meats, and salads.

Additional:

Tarragon is a corruption from the French esdragon, derived from the Latin dracunculus, or little dragon. The dragon connection may have come from the biting taste of the herb or its entangling serpent-like roots. "Dragon" herbs were thought to cure the bites of poisonous animals. - Still, Steven "Manual of Herbaceous Ornamental Plants"

Tarragon Growing and Maintenance Tips:

Plant in fertile, well-drained soil. Allow soil to dry between thorough watering. Harvest foliage as needed.

Height:

24-36 Inches

Spread:

12-15 Inches

Hardiness Zone:

5-8

 
Item Description
4" Round Purple Pot Ready-to-Plant in a Container or Garden
 

Characteristics & Attributes for Artemisia dracunculus 'Sativa' 'French'

Attributes
• Fragrant
Foliage Color
• Green
Exposure
• Full Sun
• Partial Sun
Soil Moisture
• Average Water
• Moist, Well-Drained
Habit
• Mounding
Season of Interest (Foliage)
• Summer
Uses
• Herb Garden
• Container - Filler (Mounding)
• Bedding Plant