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Feverfew (Tanacetum parthenium) – Seedling, 2.5" Pot, 2 Pack
Feverfew (Tanacetum parthenium) – Seedling, 2.5" Pot, 2 Pack
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Feverfew growing facts
| Botanical name | Tanacetum parthenium |
|---|---|
| Light | Full sun for best flowering; light afternoon shade in hot-summer regions |
| Water | Moderate; drought tolerant once established |
| Soil | Well-drained; tolerates poor soil |
| Hardiness | Zones 5–9; often a short-lived perennial |
| Mature size | 18–24 inches tall, 12–18 inches wide |
| Containers | Yes; 8-inch or larger pot |
| Pot size shipped | 2.5-inch pot (2 seedlings) |
| Shipping | Ships from Texas within 1–2 business days |
Feverfew (Seedling) – Easy-Growing Cottage Garden Herb
Grow a classic cottage garden herb with Feverfew (Tanacetum parthenium), a hardy perennial known for its daisy-like white flowers and aromatic foliage. This versatile plant is valued in herb gardens, cottage borders, and pollinator plantings. You receive 2 live seedlings in 2.5-inch pots.
Key Details:
- Botanical Name: Tanacetum parthenium
- Plant Type: Perennial herb (often a short-lived perennial or grown as an annual)
- Days to Maturity: ~70–90 days from transplant to bloom
- USDA Hardiness Zones: 5–9
- Plant Size: 18–24 inches tall, 12–18 inches wide
Features:
- Small white daisy-like flowers with yellow centers
- Aromatic, fern-like foliage
- Attracts bees and beneficial insects
- Self-seeds easily in suitable conditions
Growing Instructions:
- Plant in full sun for best flowering (light afternoon shade helps in hot-summer regions)
- Prefers well-drained soil; tolerates poor soil
- Water moderately; drought-tolerant once established
- Deadhead to extend blooming or allow to self-seed naturally
- May behave as a short-lived perennial and often reseeds in mild areas
Note: Feverfew is toxic to dogs, cats, and horses and can irritate sensitive skin. Keep away from pets and children.
Feverfew FAQ
Is it safe for children and pets?
No. Feverfew is listed as toxic to dogs, cats and horses and can irritate skin; keep it away from pets and children.
When should I plant feverfew seedlings?
Plant in spring after last frost; in warm regions (zones 8–10), fall planting also works. It blooms best before the hottest part of summer.
Will it come back every year?
It is a short-lived perennial in zones 5–9 and often reseeds, so new plants usually appear.
How long until it blooms?
About 70–90 days from transplant; deadhead to extend flowering.
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Seeds looked fresh and germinated well for me. Packaging was careful and clear.
Good germination so far. Excited to grow these in my raised beds this season.
Seeds looked fresh and germinated well for me. Packaging was careful and clear.