Herb
Can you grow Tarragon on a balcony?
Artemisia dracunculus
Yes — grows well in pots
Tarragon (Artemisia dracunculus) grows well on a balcony in a pot of at least 8 litres (about 20 cm deep). It needs full sun — around 6+ hours of direct sun a day. Harvest young shoot tips from spring to autumn throughout the growing season. All figures below are sourced from RHS and the Old Farmer's Almanac.
Sun
☀️ Full sun (6+ h)
Min. pot
8 L · 20 cm
Water
Low
Difficulty
Moderate
Hardiness
USDA 4-9
Container fit
Good
Sow
French tarragon from divisions/cuttings (rarely sets seed); Russian tarragon from seed in spring, indoors or outside
Harvest
Harvest young shoot tips from spring to autumn throughout the growing season
Good companions: Tomatoes, rosemary, sage, chives, parsley
Balcony tip: French tarragon dislikes cold-wet winters, so container-grow it and move the pot to a sheltered spot (porch or greenhouse) over winter.
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What size pot does Tarragon need?
Tarragon needs a container of at least 8 litres, roughly 20 cm deep. Bigger pots dry out more slowly and give better yields on a balcony.
How much sun does Tarragon need on a balcony?
Tarragon wants full sun — about 6+ hours of direct sun daily. Match it to your balcony's aspect before buying seed.
When do you sow Tarragon?
French tarragon from divisions/cuttings (rarely sets seed); Russian tarragon from seed in spring, indoors or outside. Timing shifts with your climate/USDA zone — the linked sources give the detail.
Sources & date
- RHS: Tarragon
- Old Farmer's Almanac: Tarragon
- Data as of: 2026-07-10
- Container sizes and timings are guidance — adjust to your climate/USDA zone and balcony aspect.