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French Tarragon 'Sativa' (Artemisia dracunculus 'Sativa'): Premier Culinary Tarragon

Overview

French tarragon 'Sativa' (Artemisia dracunculus 'Sativa') is the true culinary tarragon, prized for its sweet, anise-licorice flavor. It rarely flowers and is propagated by division. Essential for fines herbes, béarnaise, and vinegar.

Botanical Details

Family:	Asteraceae (ass-ter-AY-see-ee)
Genus:	Artemisia (ar-te-MIZ-ee-uh)
Species:	dracunculus (drak-UN-koo-lus)
Cultivar:	Sativa
Synonym:	Artemisia dracunculus var. sativa

Growing Tips

Well-drained soil, full sun to part shade. Dislikes wet feet. Divide every 2-3 years to maintain vigor. Winter dormant in cold climates. Flavor far superior to Russian tarragon.

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