French tarragon resembles a tall grass, medium in texture with slender leaves, but on branched stems growing 18 to 24 inches tall and semi-erect. It grows without flowers or distinctive form to set it apart. In an herb bed, it becomes one of a cook’s resources to create a memorable meal, but for the gardener, the ingredient is less remarkable. Plant adjacent to more architectural plants such as lemon grass or rosemary. Contrasting plants with large or colorful leaves, such as sweet basil or Purple Ruffles basil, will help set tarragon apart in a garden bed. Well-behaved in the garden, French tarragon does not spread underground like other herbs, nor will it reseed. In fact, it rarely flowers and never produces seeds. That means that new plants must be produced from rooted cuttings in order to have the classic tarragon flavor. Russian tarragon is seed grown and less desirable in flavor. French tarragon has a fleshy root system that prefers a loose, soil enriched with organic matter. However, it must be well-drained. In fact, it is quite drought tolerant. If your soil is heavy and your climate hot and humid, you will have the best chance of success by planting in a container or hanging basket where it drains well and has good air circulation. Be sure to locate plant in a bed that drains well, or the roots can rot. If your container plant turns brown and looks dead in winter, even if it is in your house or greenhouse, cut it back and give it time. It is probably just dormant for the season. French tarragon is a traditional seasoning with eggs, poultry, salads, cheese, and fish. Tarragon chicken salad is a particular favorite, ideal for a summer lunch. Include it in seasoning blends such as fines herbes and bouquet garni. It is a must-have ingredient for Sauce Béarnaise. Also, French tarragon makes an excellent herb-flavored vinegar, alone or in combination with other herbs.
M**A
Excellent Plants
This is true French Tarragon (high culinary quality) propagated by roots, not the tasteless Russian variety propagated by seeds. The plants arrived in good order and timely, well packaged, happy and fresh. They are thriving in pots in my backyard. They are a lovely addition to my extensive herb garden. This is my second attempt to leave a five-star review because I am so happy with the product. Quite to my consternation, Amazon refused to publish the first review because it "violated community standards." For the life of me, I cannot understand what positive thing I said could have violated their standards except that I mentioned timely arrival which is quite necessary for a live plant and I would have liked to know before purchasing as it directly affects the viability of the plant. We shall see if this posts. Anyhow, I would highly recommend these French Tarragon plants.
D**N
Now it's up to me
Well packed...beautiful , healthy plants. Hope I can keep them that way : ).
D**5
Five Stars
They arrived alive and in good shape.
P**A
Not very hearty and arrive tap dead
They arrived wilted and half dead not sure they’re going to make it they’re not very hard.
S**R
Five Stars
Plants arrived in good condition and are thriving in our garden.
S**.
It didn’t grow
Not only it was almost dead when I received it, but also it didn’t even grow after I plant it.
P**D
Healthy Tarragon! Love It!!!
Arrived in perfect condition. Growing very well.
F**.
My three plants arrived dead. Do not order these.
They did not arrive alive. I cannot figure out how to get my money back.
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