Overview
Tanacetum parthenium 'Cartwheels' is a bushy herbaceous perennial in the genus Tanacetum, part of the Asteraceae family, with deciduous foliage. Tanacetum parthenium 'Cartwheels' grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, wildlife gardens, city and courtyard gardens and flower borders and beds.
About
Tanacetum parthenium 'Cartwheels' is a bushy, herbaceous perennial cultivar within the Tanacetum genus, known for its daisy-like flower heads at the stem tips. It has deciduous foliage and thrives in full sun, suitable for south, west, or east-facing aspects, and can tolerate both exposed and sheltered conditions. This cultivar grows well in a variety of soil types, including sandy, loamy, and clay soils, with a preference for fertile, well-drained conditions. It is hardy in the UK (H7) and is ideal for cottage gardens, wildlife areas, city courtyards, and flower borders, offering seasonal interest in spring and summer.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Tanacetum
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Sandy, Loamy, Clay
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained, Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Tanacetum parthenium 'Cartwheels' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, Wildlife gardens, City and courtyard gardens, Flower borders and beds
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Tanacetum parthenium 'Cartwheels'
- Propagation
- Seed, Division, Basal cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Aphids, Leaf and bud eelworms, Leaf-mining flies
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Tanacetum parthenium 'Cartwheels'?
Tanacetum parthenium 'Cartwheels' prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Tanacetum parthenium 'Cartwheels' need?
Tanacetum parthenium 'Cartwheels' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including sandy, loamy and clay. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained to moist but well-drained.
Is Tanacetum parthenium 'Cartwheels' hardy in the UK?
Tanacetum parthenium 'Cartwheels' has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.
How do I propagate Tanacetum parthenium 'Cartwheels'?
Seed, Division, Basal cuttings.
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