French Tarragon – For Culinary Finesse

Usually available: spring & summer
Life cycle: perennial
Height: 60–90cm
Bloom colour: pale greenish-white (rarely flowers)
Position: full sun
Spacing: 30–45cm apart
Soil preference: well-drained, light soil

You will receive 1 French tarragon herb plug plant.

Organic French Tarragon Herb Plant (Artemisia dracunculus var. sativa)

Enhance your cooking with the distinctive flavour of French Tarragon, a classic culinary herb now available as a healthy, organically grown plant from The Healing Herb Garden.

Product Details & Specifications

Availability: Usually available spring & summer
Life Cycle: Perennial
Height: 60–90 cm at maturity
Bloom Colour: Pale greenish-white (rarely flowers)
Position: Full sun
Spacing: 30–45 cm apart
Soil Preference: Well-drained, light soil

What You Will Receive

1 healthy French Tarragon herb plug plant, ready for your garden or pot

All of our herb plants are grown organically using certified organic potting mixes and fertilizers, ensuring you receive a strong, well-rooted plant.

About French Tarragon (Artemisia dracunculus var. sativa)

French tarragon is a highly valued perennial herb, prized for its distinctive anise-like flavour and its essential role in classic French cuisine. Unlike Russian tarragon, French tarragon is renowned for its refined taste and culinary quality.

While it rarely flowers, its aromatic green leaves bring depth and sophistication to a wide range of dishes.

Why Choose The Healing Herb Garden’s French Tarragon?

Organically grown and carefully nurtured, our French tarragon plants are ideal for home cooks and gardeners who value quality and tradition.

Fresh leaves enhance chicken, fish, sauces, eggs, and salads
Essential ingredient in classic béarnaise sauce
Excellent for containers, raised beds, and herb borders
Carefully packed for safe UK delivery

Traditional & Garden Uses

Culinary: Widely used in French and European cooking
Ornamental: Slender stems and glossy leaves add elegance to herb gardens
Wildlife Friendly: Occasional flowers may attract light pollinator interest

This plant is supplied for gardening and educational purposes. Any reference to traditional use is for historical interest only.

Physical Characteristics

Height: 60–90 cm at maturity
Foliage: Narrow, glossy, aromatic green leaves
Flowers: Rare; pale greenish-white when present
Growth Habit: Clump-forming perennial with upright stems

Growing Tips

Plant in full sun for best flavour development
Use free-draining, light soil
Water moderately during dry periods
Protect from severe winter wet
Harvest regularly to encourage fresh growth

Safety Information

French tarragon is suitable for culinary use in normal food preparation. Always follow standard food safety and hygiene practices.

With French tarragon from The Healing Herb Garden, your garden gains a refined culinary herb, rich in heritage and flavour. Grow it for cooking, tradition, and classic garden appeal.