Growing Tarragon in Zone 5A

French tarragon is a classic culinary herb with anise-like flavor. Essential for béarnaise sauce.

Zone 5A has a moderate growing season. Most crops do well here with proper timing around frost dates.

Top Growing Tips

• French tarragon doesn’t grow from seed — buy plants or divide existing ones
• Perennial in zones 4-8
• Needs well-drained soil — hates wet roots
• Divide every 2-3 years to maintain vigor
• Cut back in late fall and mulch for winter protection

Companion Planting

Good companions: most vegetables — a good general companion

Avoid planting near: none in particular

Harvest Timeline

Snip stems once plants are established; use fresh for best flavor

About Zone 5A

USDA Hardiness Zone 5A has an average last spring frost around Apr 25 and first fall frost around Oct 8. All planting dates above are calculated from these frost dates. Your specific location may vary — check with your local extension office for the most accurate dates.