When to Plant Tarragon in Bend, Oregon (97708)

Location

Bend, Oregon

ZIP Code

97708

USDA Zone

Last Frost

Wednesday, April 15, 2026

📅 Your 2026 Planting Dates

Start Seeds Indoors

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

Transplant Outdoors

Wednesday, April 29, 2026

Based on last frost Wednesday, April 15, 2026 · Zone 6b

Pro tip: Start Tarragon seeds indoors 8 weeks before your last frost date, then transplant outdoors around Wednesday, April 29, 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 Bend, Oregon? +

In Bend (Zone 6b), start Tarragon seeds indoors around Wednesday, February 18, 2026 and transplant outdoors around Wednesday, April 29, 2026.

What is the last frost date for Bend, Oregon? +

The average last spring frost date for Bend, Oregon (ZIP 97708) is around Wednesday, April 15, 2026. This is based on NOAA climate normals for USDA Zone 6b.

How long does Tarragon take to grow? +

Tarragon typically matures in about 60 days from transplanting. In Bend, that means you can expect harvest around Wednesday, April 29, 2026 plus 60 days.

Should I start Tarragon indoors or direct sow in Oregon? +

Tarragon should be started indoors 8 weeks before your last frost date. In Bend, that means starting around Wednesday, February 18, 2026.

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Growing Tarragon in Zone 6b

Tarragon (Artemisia dracunculus) is a popular garden vegetable. In Bend, Oregon, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6b, you should start seeds indoors around Wednesday, February 18, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Plan to transplant your Tarragon seedlings outdoors around Wednesday, April 29, 2026, about 2 weeks after your last frost date.