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 terracotta...
9cm pot
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2 + 1 FREE 9cm pots
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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.
Eventual height & spread
Plant features
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:
Potted plants should be moved to an unheated greenhouse or sheltered porch during the winter months, while others should be protected with horticultural fleece.
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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