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Artemisia dracunculus | wild tarragon
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Wild tarragon is a traditional kitchen herb that is also suitable for natural landscaping. The straight species may have varying flavor or aroma. The latin word 'Dracunculus' means 'little dragon' perhaps in reference to its fiery flavor.
Easy to grow in any well-drained spot in full sun. Drought tolerant. Aromatic foliage is deer and rabbit resistant. Not likely to flower or set seed in our cold climate, but will slowly spread by rhizome. Divide clumps every 3-4 years.
Dislikes high humidity.
Zones: 2 to 9
Family: Asteraceae
Type: Perennial
Height: 18 to 36 in.
Spread: 12 to 18 in.
Exposure: Full sun
Soil Conditions: dry, well-drained, average, poor, lean
Bloom Time: June to August
Bloom Color: Greenish
Native Range: Europe and Asia
Special Characteristics
- Deer-resistant
- Rabbit resistant
- Edible
image credits
Cillas, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

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