Alecost, Costmary. A mat-forming woody-based perennial with silver-hairy leaves. Stems of tiny white flowers with yellow centres in late summer and early autumn. Max Height 90cm. Max Spread 45cm. Flowers August to September. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Tanacetum balsamita
A mat-forming woody-based perennial with silver-hairy leaves. Stems of tiny white flowers with yellow centres in late summer and early autumn.
Category: Perennials
Additional information
Generic | Tanacetum |
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Species | balsamita |
Varietry | |
Common Name | Alecost, Costmary |
Flower Colour | white |
Soil | Sandy |
Aspect | Full sun |
Foliage | Herbaceous |
Height | 90cm |
Family | Asteraceae |
Spread | 45cm |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Mat-forming |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | green, silver |
Flowers From | August, September |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Well drained |
Protection | |
Hardiness | Hardy |
Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
Care | Keep moist in first year |
Border | Herb garden, Border |
Toxicity | |
Pruning | |
Pruning Time | |
Pests and diseases | |
Maintenance | |
Propagation |
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