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.
Additional information
| Generic | Tanacetum |
|---|---|
| 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 | |
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