Genus Information
Sun Requirements
Artemisia dracunculus [French Tarragon] prefers a sheltered position and requires full sun to thrive, this consists of more than six hours of direct sunshine per day.Hardiness
French Tarragon is fully hardy.
Growth Information
Artemisia dracunculus [French Tarragon] is quite a fast grower and in the right conditions will reach its full size in 2-5 years. It can reach heights of up to 1m and will spread up to 0.5m.
Flowering
Artemisia dracunculus [French Tarragon] produces yellow flowers. These flowers will be produced between July to August.
Foliage
French Tarragon is a deciduous plant and produces green foliage. This plant produces fragrant foliage. and will benefit from some pruning in Spring.
Wildlife, Pests and Diseases
Artemisia dracunculus [French Tarragon] is generally pest free, and it tends not to have problems with diseases. It is not known to attract any particular wildlife.
Soil Requirements
French Tarragon likes a soil that won’t hold on to much water, it doesn’t like sitting in the wet and it can be planted in soil of any pH.