Pruning guide
How to prune russian tarragon
More russian tarragon care
- How to prune french tarragon — the species this cultivar belongs to
- How to prune russian tarragon — our other guide for the same plant
- Full russian tarragon care guide
- Common russian tarragon problems & fixes
- How to propagate russian tarragon
- When to repot russian tarragon
Pruning russian tarragon — FAQ
When should I prune russian tarragon?
Midsummer (after first flush); again in autumn before first frost. Pinch or cut stem tips regularly during the season to encourage branching. In midsummer, cut all stems back by half. In late autumn, cut the whole clump back to 2–3 inches above the crown.
How often does russian tarragon need pruning?
Twice annually (midsummer + autumn), plus regular tip-pinching during harvest. Russian tarragon grows vigorously and benefits from cutting back to prevent woodiness and encourage tender, flavourful new shoots. Cut stems back by half in midsummer after the first flush of growth to promote bushy regrowth. In autumn, cut the whole plant back to a few inches above the ground before the first frost.
How do you prune russian tarragon?
Pinch or cut stem tips regularly during the season to encourage branching. In midsummer, cut all stems back by half. In late autumn, cut the whole clump back to 2–3 inches above the crown.