French Tarragon Herb 12cm

(Artemisia dracunculus)

Please note that this plant will be in the process of dying back for winter, but will reshoot in the spring.

Height/spread: 90cm x 45cm 

Flowers: Tiny yellow flowers in summer 

Position: Sunny position 

Soil: Well drained soil in a sheltered position 

Maintenance: French Tarragon dies back in the winter months but reshoots in the spring. Protect from the worst of the winter weather. Divide established plants every other year. Trim plant in early summer to promote new growth. 

Harvesting: Hardy herbaceous perennial. Pick and use leaves fresh in the growing season. Freezes well 

Cooking uses: French Tarragon is an essential ingredient in Bearnaise sauce. Combines well with chicken, fish, veal, stuffed tomatoes and salad dressings. 

Medicinal uses: Tarragon is a mild anaesthetic and has been used in the past to relieve toothache.

‘Please note this plant is herbaceous. It will die back in the winter months to reshoot in the spring’