Feverfew. A short-lived, woody-based perennial with aromatic green leaves. Stems of daisy-like white flowers with a yellow centre in summer. Max Height 45cm to 60cm. Max Spread 30cm. Flowers June to August. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Tanacetum parthenium
A short-lived, woody-based perennial with aromatic green leaves. Stems of daisy-like white flowers with a yellow centre in summer.
Category: Herbs
Additional information
Generic | Tanacetum |
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Species | parthenium |
Varietry | |
Common Name | Feverfew |
Flower Colour | white |
Soil | Sandy |
Aspect | Full sun |
Foliage | Evergreen |
Height | 45cm, 60cm |
Family | Asteraceae |
Spread | 30cm |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Bushy |
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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