Russian tarragon, or Artemisia dracunculoides, is native to large parts of Eurasia, including Russia. It is more widely grown than French tarragon because it's so hardy and adaptable.

Russian tarragon has an milder, more earthy and slightly anise flavor. Russian tarragon produces a taller plant that reaches 2-4 feet tall, providing an abundance of leaves to grow. It can also be easily grown from seed, which makes it much more accessible