Common Tansy. An erect perennial with pretty ferny, green leaves. Stems of button-shaped bright yellow flowers in summer. Max Height 60cm to 90cm. Max Spread 45cm. Flowers June to August. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Tanacetum vulgare
An erect perennial with pretty ferny, green leaves. Stems of button-shaped bright yellow flowers in summer.
Additional information
| Generic | Tanacetum |
|---|---|
| Species | vulgare |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Common Tansy |
| Flower Colour | yellow |
| Soil | Sandy |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Herbaceous |
| Height | 60cm, 90cm |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Spread | 45cm |
| Growth Speed | Fast |
| Growth Habit | Erect |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | June, August |
| 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 | |
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