About
A tufted perennial from the Himalayas with short stolons bearing small, linear, strap-like leaves and clusters of purple-green or lilac, tubular flowers in spring. A curious and little-grown relative of Coriaria for a moist, acid, cool woodland garden.
About the genus
Tanacetum can be annuals, evergreen or herbaceous perennials or sub-shrubs, with simple or pinnately divided leaves and solitary or clustered, terminal, daisy-like or button-like flower-heads
Plant details
Suggested usesBedding, containers, hanging baskets.
Care notes
CultivationPlant after last frost in fertile soil.
PruningDeadhead regularly.
PropagationGrow from seed in spring.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.