Description
Feverfew Seeds – Tanacetum parthenium
Grow your own Feverfew (Tanacetum parthenium) with our quality Feverfew Seeds. This attractive perennial herb belongs to the daisy family, Asteraceae, and makes a lovely addition to herb gardens, cottage gardens and flower borders.
Feverfew produces small, daisy-like flowers with white petals and yellow centres. Its finely divided green leaves have a distinctive aromatic character. The flowers also attract bees and other beneficial insects, making Feverfew a useful addition to a pollinator-friendly garden.
Feverfew has a long history in European herbal traditions and remains a popular plant among gardeners interested in traditional herbs.
Growing Feverfew from Seed
Feverfew is relatively easy to grow from seed. Choose a sunny position with well-drained soil. The plant can tolerate some light shade, but plenty of sunlight generally encourages healthy growth and flowering.
Sow the seeds in a suitable seed-raising mix and press them gently into the surface. Avoid covering the seeds deeply. Keep the growing medium lightly moist while the seeds germinate.
Once the seedlings are large enough to handle, transplant them carefully into individual pots or directly into the garden. Allow enough space between plants for them to develop into mature clumps.
Feverfew is a hardy perennial and can adapt to a range of garden conditions. Good drainage is important, particularly during wetter periods.
Caring for Feverfew
Feverfew requires relatively little maintenance once established. Water young plants regularly while they develop, particularly during dry weather.
Keep the area around young plants free from competing weeds. A light layer of mulch can help retain moisture and keep the soil around the plants in good condition.
Regularly removing spent flowers can encourage further flowering and help maintain a tidy appearance. Feverfew can also self-seed under suitable conditions, so remove unwanted seedlings if you prefer to keep the plant contained.
Feverfew Flowers
The cheerful flowers of Feverfew make it an attractive addition to the garden. The small white flower heads appear above the aromatic foliage and provide colour throughout the warmer months.
Feverfew is particularly suited to herb gardens and cottage-style planting. Its flowers can also attract bees and other pollinating insects.
The dried herb has a long history of traditional use. The leaves and flowering parts have traditionally been included in herbal preparations and herbal teas.
Feverfew Plant Information
Botanical name: Tanacetum parthenium
Common names: Feverfew
Family: Asteraceae
Plant type: Perennial herb
Flowers: White petals with yellow centres
Growing conditions: Full sun to light shade, well-drained soil
Form: Seeds
