Photo by Hoot Owl Hollow Nursery
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Tanacetum vulgare
Also Known As
- Golden Buttons
- Tansy
Plant type
perennial, herb
size
- H: 3'
- W: 18"
planting zones
- 3a-8b
Tanacetum vulgare plant details
Tanacetum vulgare is a broadleaf deciduous perennial herb with green foliage. In fall and summer mustard and yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Tanacetum vulgare
- Plant type: perennial herb
- Plant family: asteraceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 0 - 18 IN - wide, 0 - 3 FT - tall
- Flowers: mustard and yellow blooms in fall and summer
- Uses: border plant, container plant, rock garden
GROWING CONDITIONS for Tanacetum vulgare
- USDA Zones: 3a - 8b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: regular - low
- Resistant to: heat
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Hoot Owl Hollow Nursery
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How to Grow Tanacetum vulgare
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular - low
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- yellow
- mustard
Wildlife
- bees
Flower Season
- summer
- fall
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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Zones
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