Mexican Tarragon Orange

Mexican Tarragon Orange: variety and characteristics

Mexican Tarragon Orange (Artemisia spp.) is a perennial herb of the Daisy family (Asteraceae). Aromatic microgreens with a delicate flavour and decorative leaves, suitable for salads, garnishing and fresh dishes.

They are notable for fast growth and a high content of beneficial nutrients.

They are ideal for easy home growing all year round.

Wormwood and tarragon are aromatic perennials — for seasoning, tea, liqueurs and decorative silvery borders.

Key features

• Measured germination rate of the batch: 85%
• Seeds per packet: 170–230 pcs (0.2 g)
• Seed origin: Poland
• Sowing: January – December; seedlings
• Flowering: July – September
• Harvest: June – September
• Position: sunny spot

When to sow Mexican Tarragon Orange

Mexican Tarragon Orange seeds are sown in January – December. The plants flower from July to September. The crop is harvested from June to September. The months are a guide for a temperate climate — in warmer areas sow 1–2 weeks earlier, in cooler or upland areas, later.

How to sow and grow Mexican Tarragon Orange

• Sowing method: seedlings
• Depth: on the surface
• Spacing: 40–50 cm
• Germination: 10–20 days at 18–20 °C
• Position: sunny spot

Fill a shallow container or tray with a light, well-drained soil mix. Scatter the seeds evenly over the surface without burying them deeply. Moisten the soil carefully with a spray bottle so the seeds are not displaced. Place the container in a bright, warm spot at a temperature of about 18–22°C. Keep the soil lightly moist until emergence, watering carefully. Microgreens are ready to eat after about 10–14 days, when they reach a height of 5–8 cm.

The seeds are tiny and germinate in light. They tolerate drought.

Harvest and use

The leaves are picked through the season.

Frequently asked questions

When should Mexican Tarragon Orange be sown?

The recommended months for sowing are January – December. Sowing method: seedlings.

How many seeds are in the packet?

The packet contains 170–230 seeds, pack size 0.2 g.

What is the germination rate of the seeds?

The measured germination rate of this batch is 85%. The test was carried out under controlled laboratory conditions; in the field, emergence depends on soil, temperature and moisture.