Tarragon - Herb Seeds
Specifications
| Family |
Asteraceae |
| Native region |
Eurasia and western North America |
| Mature height |
60-90 cm |
| Growth rate |
Moderate |
Care guide
| Sunlight |
Full sun to light shade |
| Watering |
Moderate; let the soil dry slightly, dislikes wet roots |
| Soil / mix |
Light, sandy, well-drained soil |
| Fertilizer |
Light feeding only; rich soil weakens the aroma |
| Difficulty |
Moderate |
Uses
<p>The aromatic leaves flavour sauces, herb butters, salad dressings, vinegars, chicken, fish and egg dishes. Use fresh or dried; a little goes a long way thanks to its strong anise-like taste.</p>
Growing tips
<p>Surface-sow the tiny seeds and barely cover with about <strong>3-5 mm</strong> of fine soil, keeping them in trays or small pots. Germination is slow and uneven, taking <strong>14-21 days</strong> in warm, bright conditions. Transplant seedlings <strong>30-45 cm apart</strong> into free-draining pots once they have a few true leaves. Harvest sprigs lightly from about <strong>80-90 days</strong>, snipping the tips to keep the plant bushy.</p>