Artemisia dracunculus

Tarragon

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Aromatic perennial herb with feathery green leaves, prized for culinary use and a mild anise flavor.
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Plant Details

Common Name Tarragon
Family Asteraceae
Genus Artemisia
Species Dracunculus
Variety French
Origin Europe / Central Asia
Blooming Summer, small yellowish-green flowers rarely seen indoors.
Leaf Color Silvery green / Grey-green
Sunlight Sun
Category Kitchen garden plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-drained sandy loam or potting mix with perlite for drainage

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Watering

Moderate watering, allow soil to dry between waterings, avoid root rot, reduce in winter

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Sunlight & Care

Full sun required for best flavor and growth, at least 6 hours daily exposure

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Fertilization

Light feeding during growing season, diluted liquid fertilizer monthly from April to September

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Pruning

Harvest frequently to encourage bushy growth, prune back hard in early spring

Pest Control Aphid Spider Mite Whitefly

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 3 months
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agriculture Harvesting Period 4 months
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
41° – 86°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 70%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
2000 – 30000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1000 – 2500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
20% – 60%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
350 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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