Photo of Tanacetum balsamita flower by Karl Gercens III

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Tanacetum balsamita

Also Known As

  • Balsamita vulgaris
  • Chrysanthemum balsamita
  • Chrysanthemum majus
  • Alecost
  • Bible Leaf
  • Costmary

Plant type

perennial, herb

size

  • H: 24"-36"
  • W: 15"-18"

planting zones

  • 4b-9b

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Tanacetum balsamita plant details

Tanacetum balsamita is a broadleaf deciduous perennial herb with blue foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Tanacetum balsamita

Plant type: perennial herb
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous blue
Mature size: 15 IN - 18 IN - wide, 24 IN - 36 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer
Uses: cutting garden, dried-arrangements, fragrant foliage

GROWING CONDITIONS for Tanacetum balsamita

USDA Zones: 4b - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Mounding perennial herb ..fragrant.. blooms in summer...the long velvety aromatic leaves are used as bookmarks.

Gardening facts about Tanacetum balsamita plant

How to Grow Tanacetum balsamita

  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Sun Exposure

    • sun

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • blue
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Texture

    • fuzzy
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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