The tarragon companion plants are those that can be grown together with the tarragon plant, which belongs to the Asteraceae family. Some of the plants include oregano, garlic and rosemary.

Tarragons Perfect Plant Pairings

Knowing which plants to grow alongside your tarragon plant is essential because some herb combinations may negatively affect the growth and development of the plant.

This article will enlighten you on the various good companion plants for tarragon.

Best Tarragon Companion Plant Options

Tarragon companion plants also benefit from being grown close to this herb. The tarragon is referred to as the “nursing plant” as it enhances the health and growth that are grown around it.

If grown around edible crops, the tarragon increases its flavor. This plant exists in two major types, which are, the French tarragon which imitates the strong taste of licorice, and the Russian tarragon which doesn’t have a unique flavor.

1. Oregano

The Classic Mediterranean Herb

Benefits
  • Contain chemicals that make it suitable for managing cough and some diseases that are caused by microorganisms
  • Aid good digestion
  • Reduces blood sugar
Uses
  • Used in recipes that are tomato-centric, like in pasta sauce and pizza
  • Used as an aromatic oil
  • Used in the diet as a supplement
Distinguishing characteristics
  • Has a strong aroma that is accompanied by a warm pungent taste
  • Bushy and grows as rhizomes.
  • The leaves have margins that are slightly toothed
Care
  • Needs approximately an inch of water every week
  • Should be grown under the full sun to enhance its full flavor
  • Ideally grows in temperatures that are around 60 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit.

Oregano is a herb that belongs to the Lamiaceae family, which can also be called the “mint family.” The name of his plant is derived from the Greek words “ganos,” which is interpreted as joy, and “oros,” which means mountain.

Therefore, the Romans and Greeks relate oregano to happiness and joy. The plants grow well in sandy loamy soils.

2. Garlic

Flavorful Allium with Health Benefits

Benefits
  • Boost your immune system
  • Reduces blood pressure
  • Can kill some bacteria and viruses
Uses
  • Used for culinary purposes.
  • Used a natural pest control method because it protects tarragon from spider mite attack
Distinguishing characteristics
  • Has a natural pungent and spicy flavor
  • Its flavor sweetens when it’s cooked
  • Grows a bulb that has about 15 cloves on average, each of which is covered by a papery coat.
Care
  • Requires well-draining soils
  • Grow well under full sun
  • Water when approximately four inches of the topsoil dries.

Planting herbs like garlic, along with the tarragon enhances mutual benefits between the two plants. The tarragon promotes the growth of garlic while the latter acts as a natural pest control strategy, especially against spider mites.

3. Lemon Verbena

Fragrant Herb with a Tart Flavor

Benefits
  • The tea soothes period pain and stomach cramps
  • Used to treat digestive discrepancies such as diarrhea and indigestion
  • Used to treat joint pain, asthma, skin issues, and fever
Uses
  • Used to make a tea
  • Dried verbena leaves can be ground and used to make sugar cookies
  • Used when rinsing the hair so that it becomes stronger and fast-growing.
Distinguishing characteristics
  • Leaves are narrow, long, and pointed, with a color that is yellowish green
  • Produces a scent that is either green or yellow, with a fruity scent
  • Produces white flowers
Care
  • Grows better in temperatures that are beyond 50 degrees Fahrenheit
  • The soil should always be kept moist but not soggy
  • Is happy under the full sun in the moringa and partial shade in the afternoons 

Lemon verbena is one of the lemon-scented herbs that belong to the Verbenaceae family of plants. It is mainly grown together with the French tarragon. This companion planting herb is also known as the lemon beebrush.

4. Rosemary

Evergreen Herb with a Strong Aroma

Benefits 
  • Improves brain function
  • Can be used for relieving pain
  • Can kill germs that cause diseases
Uses
Distinguishing characteristics
  • Has needle-like leaves that are evergreen
  • Flowers can be purple, white, pink, or blue
Care
  • Water once or twice a week, whether you are growing it indoors or outdoors
  • Grows in humidity conditions that range between 45 and 55 percent
  • No need for fertilizing unless the plant is generally slow-growing.

The rosemary is one of the Mediterranean herbs that is listed among the best tarragon companion plants. This plant belongs to the Lamiaceae family of plants and is sometimes referred to as the Rosmarinus officinalis, which is its scientific name. It prefers being grown under the sun, and in soils whose pH ranges between 6.0 and 7.0. 

5. Lemon Thyme

Tart Herb with a Zesty Flavor

Benefits
  • It’s a rich source of vitamins C and D
  • Can kill germs that cause illnesses
  • Has decongestant and relaxation properties
Uses
  • Used for flavoring vegetables, poultry, and seafood
  • Used to make tea
  • Makes a good ground cover
Distinguishing characteristics
  • Produces bright pink flowers during summer
  • Has a characteristic lemon scent when crushed
  • It’s a perennial shrub that grows up to eight inches, on average
Care
  • Requires full sun for optimum growth
  • Need to be deeply watered about three times a week
  • Can survive temperatures that are as low as -30 degrees Fahrenheit

The plant is part of the mint family. It has been reported to exhibit mosquito-repellent attributes, though not to the same extent as the commercially available chemical one. The thyme is native to the rocky mountains that are located in the Mediterranean region.

6. Eggplant

Nightshade Vegetable with a Mild Flavor

Benefits 
  • Rich in various nutrients, including vitamins C and K
  • Aids weight loss
  • Lowers the risk of heart disease
Uses
  • Used for culinary purposes
  • Used as an antioxidant
Distinguishing characteristics
  • Has a bushy and erect stem that sometimes has spines
  • Produces violet flowers
  • Leaves are large and slightly lobed
Care
  • About one to two inches of water every week is enough for the plant’s survival
  • Grow in fertile, warm, and well-drained growing medium

The eggplant is one of the tarragon companion plants vegetables. Growing tarragon together with tomatoes or pepper is another example of herb and vegetable companion planting. The eggplant is native to Southeast Asia and is commonly known as the Guinea squash.

Conclusion

As highlighted in this article, there are various plants that can be grown together with tarragon.

Here are some highlights to keep in mind:

  • There are various tarragon companion plants, including some members of the mint family, and some vegetables like eggplant and garlic.
  • Most tarragon companion plants prefer to be grown under the full sun.
  • Most of the tarragon companion plants that we discussed have medicinal properties.

Now that you have a list of plants that you can grow together with the tarragon plant, what are your best possible options?

References

https://extension.usu.edu/yardandgarden/research/eggplant-in-the-garden

https://academic.oup.com/jas/article-abstract/90/3/813/4764532

https://academic.oup.com/jambio/article/84/2/213/6723951

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