When to Plant Tarragon in San Saba County, TX
French tarragon is a perennial herb with slender leaves and a distinctive anise-like flavor essential in French cooking. It does not produce viable seed and must be propagated vegetatively.
San Saba County, Texas is in USDA Zone 8b. The average last spring frost is March 19 and the first fall frost is November 14, giving you a growing season of approximately 240 days.
At an elevation of 3,436 feet, San Saba County receives approximately 60.8 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 93°F, providing good warmth for Tarragon during the growing season. Ample rainfall means less supplemental watering, but ensure good drainage to prevent Tarragon root diseases.
San Saba County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Loam
Soil pH
6.0-7.0
Drainage
Well Drained
Tarragon Planting Timeline — San Saba County, TX
Tarragon Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Transplant Outdoors | March 26 | Mar 26 – Apr 9 |
| Harvest | May 28 | May 28 – Aug 6 |
Plant 0.5" deep · 8" apart · Rows 12" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | — |
| March | Transplant Outdoors |
| April | Transplant Outdoors |
| May | Harvest |
| June | Harvest |
| July | Harvest |
| August | Harvest |
| September | — |
| October | — |
| November | — |
| December | — |
Growing Conditions
☀️ Sun
Full Sun (6-8+ hours)
💧 Water
Moderate — regular watering
📅 Days to Maturity
60–90 days
🧪 Soil pH
Needs 6–7.5 · Your soil: N/A
🗺️ USDA Zone
Zone 8b
📆 Growing Season
240 days in San Saba County
Growing Tips for San Saba County
Purchase plants or divisions as French tarragon does not grow true from seed. Plant in well-drained soil. Divide every 3-4 years to maintain vigor. Harvest tips regularly for best flavor.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Tarragon in San Saba County, TX?
San Saba County is in Zone 8b with an average last frost of March 19. Plan your Tarragon planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is San Saba County, TX?
San Saba County, Texas is in USDA Hardiness Zone 8b. The average last spring frost is March 19 and first fall frost is November 14.
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