Tarragon is a perennial herb from the sunflower family that has a bittersweet taste and an aromatic quality similar to anise. It is an important herb in French cuisine, being one of the four herbs in the mixture fines herbes, and is a prime ingredient in Béarnaise sauce.
Uses: Tarragon is widely used in classic French cooking, particularly as part of the “fines herbes” blend, in Béarnaise sauce, as well as with chicken, fish, and vegetables. Since the leaves are so tender, they can be mixed in with other greens for salads or sprinkled over a finished dish much like parsley. The anise flavour goes well in tomato dishes, so we can see using it in panzanella and caprese salads, in tomato-based soups, or in tomato sauces for pasta. Tarragon can also be muddled or infused into simple syrup for to use in cocktails and summer coolers.
Sunlight: Tarragon does well in both full and partial sunlight. Indoors, place near a sunny window or sunny patio.
Humidity: Ensure proper air circulation is provided and mist with water weekly.
Soil: Our herb garden contains well drain soil which is ideal for growth. Once per week lightly till the soil around the plant. This achieves aeration which allows air, water and nutrients to penetrate the roots. This helps the roots grow deeply and produce a stronger, more vigorous herb garden.
Water: Water regularly, Tarragon need lots of water, do not allow them to dry out.
Nutrients: Our Herb Garden doesn’t require immediate plant food, as our potting soil already contains a slow-release plant food that can last up to 6 months. If plant food is needed or your herb plant shows signs of stress like yellowing foliage, you can add your favourite compost, or use an organic liquid plant food or a weak solution of an all-purpose water-soluble fertilizer.
Harvest: Leaves can be harvested at any time whenever needed, using scissors or secateurs to cut the stems. Just don't clip an entire stem all the way back to the base of the plant; you want to encourage future growth. Young leaves have a better, stronger flavour than old ones.
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