Winter-Estragon

Season Overview

Description

Also known as yauhtli, native to Mexico, aromatic herb with elongated, pointed, very aromatic leaves. The taste is very similar to French tarragon, with intense anise aroma. Plant not hardy, but can overwinter as a perennial protected from frost.

Growing tips

Perennial in warm climates. Treat like annual if frosts. Can self seed.

Details

Light requirement

Semi-shaded

Water requirement

Wet

Soil

Light (sandy)

Nutrient requirement

Low

Seeding distance

30 cm

Row spacing

30 cm

Seeding depth

1 cm