Introduction to the Russian tarragon:
Tarragon is a perennial plant. It is a perennial herbaceous plant. It grows in a vigorous bushy habit and can reach a height of 1.5 m. It can grow to a height of up to 1.5 m. For the small garden, one or two stems are sufficient. It contains essential oils, tannins and bitter substances in varying proportions depending on the variety.
Russian tarragon (Artemisia dracunculus) is more robust and hardy, but less spicy than French tarragon. It can be propagated from seed. Its fragrant, spear-shaped leaves are covered with tiny hairs. Its insignificant, yellowish-green, clustered inflorescences are in a cluster, opening from August to October.
How to grow Russian tarragon?
Sowing:
Sow in early March in a propagator pot.
Planting:
Plant out in May, after frosts have passed.
Space:
Plant 50 cm x 30 cm row and stake spacing.
Harvest:
Can be harvested in large quantities in July-August.
Use:
Medicinal use:
Tarragon is also used medicinally, but has the peculiar property of causing a slight numbness of the mouth when the leaves are chewed. It is an aromatic perennial plant native to Siberia and the Caspian Sea region.
For culinary use:
Enhances the flavour of many dishes, but becomes inedible if used in excess. Tarragon goes very well with fish, pork, beef, poultry, potatoes, tomatoes, carrots and most vegetables. It is also delicious with oranges and lemons and can be made into tarragon vinegar. Tarragon can be used in cream soups, herb butters and vinegars, soups, sour creams and yoghurts.
