Has a spicy anise flavor that turns ordinary main dishes into masterpieces. Flowers are rare. French Tarragon is spicier and works better as a choice for main dishes. Spanish Tarragon is sweeter and compliments rice or dessert dishes. Tarragon is one of the four ‘fines herbes’ of French cooking.
To height of 1-2’
Full sun
Perennial in zones 3-11
Culinary
Goes well with meat and vegetables. Goes well in any hearty recipe. Works well with fish, eggs, chicken, and potatoes. Used to make tarragon vinegar.
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