French Tarragon Herb
French tarragon a half hardy perennial herb that is native of southern Europe. It is fairly tender - which may be one of the reasons that it is not particularly widely grown - but it is easy to grow, and well worth it for its culinary uses. French tarragon has a much finer flavour than its hardier, more widely grown, Russian cousin.
It grows to 90cm (3ft) and spreads 45cm (18in).
During the reign of Henry V111, tarragon was grown extensively for medicine and flavouring. Perhaps the King wasn't too fond of the herb however, as it is said the he divorced Catherine of Aragon for her 'reckless use of the herb'.
French tarragon has a unique, attractive flavour. The fresh green leaves have a very appetising warm taste that seems to contain pepper, balsam and anise. The flavour has also been described as 'fennel, anise, liquorice and sweet cicely'.
It can be added to salads, vinegars, pickles, chicken, fish and rice dishes - a must for the kitchen, and the herb garden.
French tarragon is an essential ingredient of Herbes de Provence, bouquet garni and fines herbes as well as the delicious Sauce Bearnaise.
NOTE: This product can only be shipped within Ireland and the UK
What you need to know
- Size: Supplied pot grown in 1 litre pot
Price:
€4
Availability:
Temporarily Out Of Stock