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Russian Tarragon — Herbs | DarkGrow Seed Bank

Name: Russian Tarragon
Brand: DarkGrow Seed Bank

60-90days to harvest

14-21days to germinate

Z2–8USDA zones

Very easydifficulty

HeirloomContainer friendly

Sowing

Direct sow in spring or fall, or start indoors 6-8 weeks before planting. Self-seeds readily in the garden.

Cultivation

Sun: Full sun to partial shade (4-6+ hours)
Water: Low to moderate, drought tolerant once established
Soil: Well-drained soil, tolerates poor and sandy soils
Soil pH: 6.0-8.0
Spacing: 18-24 inches
Height: 1-4 feet
Season: Cool season perennial

Appearance & flavour

Colour: Medium green narrow leaves with small greenish-yellow flowers
Size: Narrow leaves 2-4 inches long
Shape: Lance-shaped leaves on tall, branching stems
Flavour: Mild anise and licorice flavor, less intense than French Tarragon, slightly bitter

In the kitchen

Herb vinegars, meat marinades, egg dishes, herb butter, pickles, seasoning blends

Pests, disease & resistance

Pests: Few pest problems, occasionally aphids
Diseases: Root rot in waterlogged conditions, generally disease-free
Resistance: Excellent disease resistance, very hardy and trouble-free

Planting calendar by USDA zone

Zone	Start indoors	Transplant	Direct sow	Harvest
2	April – May	June – August	—	August – September
3	April – May	June – July	—	July – October
4	March – April	June – July	—	July – October
5	March – April	May – June	—	June – October
6	March – April	May – June	—	June – November
7	February – March	April – June	—	June – November
8	February – March	April – May	—	May – December

Companion planting

8 beneficial pairings indexed for this variety, 3 to avoid.

TomatoesRussian tarragon repels aphids and other pests that commonly attack tomatoes

PeppersTarragon's strong scent deters pepper pests like aphids and spider mites

EggplantProvides pest protection for eggplants while both thrive in similar warm conditions

CabbageRepels cabbage moths and other brassica pests with its aromatic compounds

CarrotsTarragon helps deter carrot fly while carrots don't compete for nutrients

LettuceProvides natural pest control for lettuce without competing for space or nutrients

BeansBeans fix nitrogen in soil which benefits tarragon, while tarragon repels bean beetles

MarigoldsBoth plants repel similar pests and complement each other's pest control properties

Avoid

FennelProduces allelopathic compounds that inhibit growth of tarragon and most other herbs

Black WalnutReleases juglone toxin that stunts or kills tarragon and other sensitive plants

MintAggressive spreading nature competes heavily for nutrients and can overwhelm tarragon

Nutrition (per 100 g)

Calories (per 100 g): 295
Protein (g): 22.8
Fat (g): 7.24
Carbohydrate (g): 50.2
Fibre (g): 7.4
Vitamin A (µg): 210
Vitamin C (mg): 50
Vitamin B6 (mg): 2.41
Folate (µg): 274
Calcium (mg): 1140
Iron (mg): 32.3
Magnesium (mg): 347
Phosphorus (mg): 313
Potassium (mg): 3020
Zinc (mg): 3.9
Selenium (µg): 4.4

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Growing it? There is a full cultivation guide at the herbs growing guide.

Cultivar facts compiled from public horticultural references including USDA GRIN and NC State Extension. Descriptions are original to this catalogue.

Sowing

Cultivation

Appearance & flavour

In the kitchen

Pests, disease & resistance

Planting calendar by USDA zone

Companion planting

Avoid

Nutrition (per 100 g)

Where to buy seed and equipment

Grown Russian Tarragon?

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