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Can You Grow French Tarragon in Oklahoma?

US · USDA Zone 7a · zones 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b

Grows well here

French tarragon thrives as a perennial in your zone — plant once and harvest for years.

Plant zones

3a–9b

Oklahoma last frost

early March

Oklahoma first frost

late November

Days to harvest

60–90 days

When to plant French Tarragons in Oklahoma

Direct sow

Mar 7

Harvest

May 6 – Jun 5

Dates are approximate, based on Oklahoma's average frost dates. Your exact yard may vary by microclimate.

About French Tarragon

French tarragon is the gourmet herb of classic French cuisine — anise-scented leaves that elevate chicken, fish, and béarnaise sauce. A perennial that comes back reliably each spring.

Buy transplants (true French tarragon does not grow true from seed — Russian tarragon is inferior). Plant in well-drained soil — root rot is the main killer. Divide every 3-4 years to maintain vigor. Cut back to 2 inches in fall.

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Gardening in Oklahoma

Oklahoma ranges from Zone 6a in the Panhandle to Zone 7b in the southeast. Hot summers and mild winters. Long growing season for warm-season crops.