My Tarragon Plant Has No Anise-Like Taste

Question

I have had the plant for many years. Last year it seemed weak, so I divided it. This year the plant seemed to come up strong but without any taste in the leaves. Seems odd to me.

Answer 1

This happens to herbs when you are too nice to them. The better their conditions, the weaker and more diluted their flavor becomes. They need to struggle a bit to have good flavor.

At the very least, do not fertilize your tarragon. Do not provide more than 2-3 inches of water a week, if you can help it.