Artemisia dracunculus 'Sativa'

Common name(s): French tarragon

Description: perennial; a classic culinary herb found in many different cuisines. Narrow, green leaves smell and taste strongly of anise. French tarragon is sterile and will not set seed nor can it be grown from seed; most seed-grown tarragons will taste quite bitter and are not worth the effort. 

Height: to 2 ft. Spread: to 2 ft.

Position: full sun and lean, well-draining soil

Uses: culinary- sauces, salads, eggs, vinegars, etc.

Winter Hardiness: to 0 F and below