When to Plant Tarragon in Agate, North Dakota (58310)

Location

Agate, North Dakota

ZIP Code

58310

USDA Zone

Last Frost

Wednesday, May 20, 2026

📅 Your 2026 Planting Dates

Start Seeds Indoors

Wednesday, March 25, 2026

Transplant Outdoors

Wednesday, June 3, 2026

Based on last frost Wednesday, May 20, 2026 · Zone 3b

Pro tip: Start Tarragon seeds indoors 8 weeks before your last frost date, then transplant outdoors around Wednesday, June 3, 2026.

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🌿 Plant Details

Scientific Name Artemisia dracunculus

Days to Maturity 60 days

☀️ Growing Requirements

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Sun

Full Sun

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Water

Regular

Seeds typically germinate in 7-14 days

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🪴 Vegetative propagation

Propagate vegetatively, not by seed

French tarragon is sterile and produces no viable seed. Propagate by root division or stem cuttings.

Russian tarragon produces seed but has inferior flavor — true culinary tarragon must be propagated vegetatively.

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Tarragon in Agate, North Dakota? +

In Agate (Zone 3b), start Tarragon seeds indoors around Wednesday, March 25, 2026 and transplant outdoors around Wednesday, June 3, 2026.

What is the last frost date for Agate, North Dakota? +

The average last spring frost date for Agate, North Dakota (ZIP 58310) is around Wednesday, May 20, 2026. This is based on NOAA climate normals for USDA Zone 3b.

How long does Tarragon take to grow? +

Tarragon typically matures in about 60 days from transplanting. In Agate, that means you can expect harvest around Wednesday, June 3, 2026 plus 60 days.

Should I start Tarragon indoors or direct sow in North Dakota? +

Tarragon should be started indoors 8 weeks before your last frost date. In Agate, that means starting around Wednesday, March 25, 2026.

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Growing Tarragon in Zone 3b

Tarragon (Artemisia dracunculus) is a popular garden vegetable. In Agate, North Dakota, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 3b, you should start seeds indoors around Wednesday, March 25, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Wednesday, May 20, 2026. Plan to transplant your Tarragon seedlings outdoors around Wednesday, June 3, 2026, about 2 weeks after your last frost date.