This aromatic herb produces slender, upright stems with narrow, bright green leaves that have a distinctive aniseed flavour. Artemisia dracunculus, known as French Tarragon, is a staple in many classic dishes and herb blends. With its elegant, wispy foliage and compact form, its just as at home in ornamental borders as in a kitchen garden or container. Artemisia dracunculus, commonly known as French Tarragon, is celebrated for its culinary uses and delicate texture. Though rarely flowering in the UK, it brings elegant greenery and essential flavour to any herb garden. Perennial Upright, Herbaceous, Aromatic foliage Flowers: Rarely flowers in UK (small, greenish-yellow if it does) Foliage: April October Scientific NameArtemisia dracunculus (from Latin dracunculus, meaning little dragon, likely referring to the serpentine roots or pungent flavour) SynonymsEstragon Common NameFrench Tarragon OriginNative to southern Russia and western Asia; cultivated widely in France for culinary use Pruning TipsSnip regularly through summer to encourage bushier growth and maintain a tidy shape. Cut back completely in autumn as the plant dies down Wildlife ValueLow wildlife value, though dense growth can offer shelter for insects PositioningFull sun in a sheltered spot; ideal for herb beds, raised beds, or containers WaterKeep soil lightly moist but not wet; drought tolerant once established but benefits from regular watering in hot weather SoilFree-draining soil is essential thrives in sandy or loamy conditions. Avoid heavy, wet soils FoodFeed every 46 weeks during the growing season with a balanced liquid feed Pet-safeGenerally non-toxic to pets, but large quantities may cause mild gastrointestinal upset Sprouts Top TipsFrench Tarragon doesnt set seed, so must be propagated by division or cuttings. Divide every 23 years in spring to rejuvenate plants and ensure the flavour remains strong. Cost: $25 Free Shipping: We offer free shipping on orders over $30. Please check the free - shipping eligibility at checkout. Delivery Time: It usually takes [3-5] business days for standard shipping. Please note that this is an estimated time frame and may be affected by local holidays, and unforeseen circumstances. Reviews There are no reviews yet. Be the first to review “Artemisia dracunculus – French Tarragon – Cotswolds Grown Culinary Herbs” Cancel replyYour email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *Your rating * Rate… Perfect Good Average Not that bad Very poor Your review *Name * Email * Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment.
