How to Care for Artemisia dracunculus (Tarragon)

Korean name: 타라곤

Tarragon is an herb with slender, elongated leaves that are dark green and have a distinctive aroma. It is mainly used as a culinary spice and is relatively easy to grow and care for. It thrives best in sunny locations.

Key facts

• Category: Herb
• Difficulty: Easy
• Where to keep: indoors or outdoors
• Native to: Europe, Asia
• Growth rate: Moderate
• Pets: Mildly toxic, so keep pets from chewing on it.
• Traits: herb, edible, spice, beginner-friendly
• Also known as: Tarragon, Estragon

Care Guide

• Light: Requires plenty of sunlight.
• Watering: Water thoroughly when the soil feels dry.
• Soil: Prefers well-drained soil.
• Humidity: Normal indoor humidity is sufficient.
• Temperature: 15~25°C
• Fertilizer: Apply a diluted liquid fertilizer once a month during the growing season.

Common questions

How often should you water Artemisia dracunculus?

Water thoroughly when the soil feels dry. Roughly every 7 days is the baseline; adjust for the season and the spot it sits in.

Where should you keep Artemisia dracunculus?

It likes Requires plenty of sunlight.. You can grow it indoors or outdoors. Use Prefers well-drained soil..

Is Artemisia dracunculus safe around pets?

Mildly toxic, so keep pets from chewing on it.

Is Artemisia dracunculus good for beginners?

Difficulty: Easy. It is forgiving enough for a first plant. Keep it around 15~25°C. Humidity: Normal indoor humidity is sufficient.. Fertilise Apply a diluted liquid fertilizer once a month during the growing season..