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Can You Grow French Tarragon in South Carolina?

US · USDA Zone 8a · zones 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b

Grows well here

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

Plant zones

3a–9b

South Carolina last frost

mid-February

South Carolina first frost

early December

Days to harvest

60–90 days

When to plant French Tarragons in South Carolina

Direct sow

Feb 15

Harvest

Apr 16 – May 16

Dates are approximate, based on South Carolina'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 South Carolina

South Carolina has a humid subtropical climate with long hot summers and mild winters. The Upstate is Zone 7a-7b; the coast is Zone 8a-8b. Two growing seasons are standard.