Tanacetum vulgare (Common Tansy or Golden Buttons )
Botanical Information
Family | Asteraceae |
Genus | Tanacetum |
Species | vulgare |
Category | Perennials, Wildflowers & Weeds |
Origin | Europe and temperate Asia to North America. |
Details
USDA Hardiness Zone | 4 |
USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
Canadian Hardiness Zone | 2 - 5a |
Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
RHS Hardiness Zone | H7 |
RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
Temperature (°C) | -35 - (-29) |
Temperature (°F) | -30 - (-20) |
Height | 120 cm |
Growth | Fast |
Flowering Period | August |
Description and Growing Information
General Description | An aromatic perennial. |
Landscape | Tends to be invasive and vigorous, but has insecticidal properties and is an excellent addition to compost heaps due to mineral component. |
Propagation | Propagate by division or through basal cuttings in spring. |
Leaf Description | Leaves 5-15 cm long, lanceolate, growing in 7-10 pairs. |