How to grow... Tarragon
Rocket Growing Guides
Tarragon is such a summery herb that adds real flavour to loads of foods. Ours is French Tarragon which we think has the very best flavour.
Tarragon is a perennial – mulch it in late autumn to protect the roots and it will die back over winter, ready to grow again in spring.
- Tarragon Growing Guide
How to Plant Tarragon
- Best grown in pots as it spreads a bit at the roots.
- You can grow them inside or outside.
- Will do well in sun or partial shade.
- Choose a sheltered spot with rich, well-draining soil. If in pots, make sure they have good drainage and fill with multipurpose compost.
- Plant 30cm apart
How to Grow Tarragon
- Water frequently for the first few weeks. After that, let the soil dry out a bit between watering – tarragon thrives in drier soils
- Remove flowering shoots as they appear to encourage leafy growth
- Trim regularly to keep the plant approx 40cm tall – this’ll keep it healthier, bushier and less likely to droop over!
- If growing in pots, after year 2, we’d advise pulling up the tarragon and dividing it at the roots. Then replant into 2 separate pots.
How to Harvest Tarragon
- Harvest sprigs of tarragon by cutting them off as you need them throughout the growing season.
