Russian Tarragon Seeds for Planting – Artemisia dracunculoides Aromatic Perennial Garden Herb
Seed Details & Growing Guide
All the essential information to grow healthy, vibrant flowers.
- Seed Type Herb Seeds
- Plant Type Perennial Aromatic Herb
- Germination Time 14-28 days
- Sowing Depth 0.5-1 cm
- Plant Spacing 40-60 cm
- Sunlight Full sun (6-8 hours daily)
- Soil Type Well-drained, fertile soil
- Watering Moderate watering; allow topsoil to dry slightly between waterings
- Ideal Temperature 15-25°C
- Blooming Time Greenish-yellow flowers; generally in late summer to early autumn
- Suitable For Garden beds, borders, large containers; tolerates dry periods once established
- Seed Storage Store in a cool, dry place in an airtight container
- Special Care Provide summer mulch; herb can spread by rhizomes; occasional pruning to maintain shape
Description
Russian Tarragon is a perennial aromatic herb used in garden beds, borders or large containers. It prefers full sun, well-drained fertile soil, and moderate watering with a note to let the topsoil dry slightly between waterings. Sow seeds 0.5-1 cm deep, germination takes 14-28 days, and space plants 40-60 cm apart. It thrives at 15-25°C and produces greenish-yellow flowers in late summer to early autumn; mulch in summer and occasional pruning help control rhizome spread.