Growing guide · Home growing: windowsill, balcony and terrace
Tarragon
Artemisia dracunculus
French tarragon has the better flavour but is tender in winter; Russian is tougher. A pot makes winter protection easier.
Key figures
| Item | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Plant size | French 50–75 cm × 30 cm; Russian about 1 m × 50 cm | [1] |
| Pot size | at least 20 cm wide and deep per plant | [1] |
| Seed rate / spacing | French 20 cm, Russian at least 30 cm | [1] |
| Sowing / planting | French is generally not available as seed; Russian from seed in spring | [1] |
The full guide (care, pests, beginner and professional tips) is currently in Finnish. The figures above are the same and come from the sources below.
These are general guidelines. Always check the variety, seed packet or fertiliser instructions and current regulations.