Tanacetum parthenium
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syn. Chrysanthemum parthenium, Matricaira parthenium, Pyrethrum parthenium
Family: Asteraceae
Pronounced: tan-ah-SEE-tum par-THEN-ee-um
GROWING GUIDE
Geographic Origin:
Europe, Caucasus.
Plant Group:
Herbs.
Hardiness:
Sunset zones: All.
USDA zones: 4-9.
Mature size:
Height: 18-24 inches (45-60 cm).
Width: 12 inches (30 cm).
Flowering period:
Summer.
Flowering attributes:
Daisy-like flowers with white ray floret surround the yellow disk florets in the center.
Leaf attributes:
Hairy basal leaves.
Light:
Full sun.
Soil:
Light, well-drained soil.
Feeding:
None needed.
Propagation Methods:
Sow seed in late winter or early spring 68°F (20°C). | Divide in spring. | Basal cuttings in spring. | Softwood cuttings in early summer.
Rainy Side Notes
This was a favorite of Victorian gardens and still is used often in the ornamental garden as well as the herb garden.
Debra Teachout-Teashon
Photographed in author's garden.
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