Overview
Tanacetum parthenium 'Selma Star' (d) is a bushy herbaceous perennial in the genus Tanacetum, part of the Asteraceae family, with deciduous foliage. Tanacetum parthenium 'Selma Star' (d) grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam and sand 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 'Selma Star' is a bushy, deciduous cultivar of the Tanacetum genus, which includes a variety of annuals, perennials, and sub-shrubs with daisy-like flower heads. This cultivar thrives in full sun and is suitable for south, west, or east-facing aspects, tolerating both exposed and sheltered conditions. It prefers fertile, well-drained loam or sandy soils across a range of pH levels. Hardy to UK zone H7, 'Selma Star' is ideal for cottage gardens, wildlife areas, city courtyards, and flower borders, offering interest through spring and summer.
About the genus
Tanacetum is a genus of about 160 species of flowering plants in the aster family, Asteraceae, native to many regions of the Northern Hemisphere. They are known commonly as tansies. The name tansy can refer specifically to Tanacetum vulgare, which may be called the common tansy or garden tansy for clarity.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Tanacetum
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Tanacetum parthenium 'Selma Star' (d) 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 'Selma Star' (d)
- 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 'Selma Star' (d)?
Tanacetum parthenium 'Selma Star' (d) prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Tanacetum parthenium 'Selma Star' (d) need?
Tanacetum parthenium 'Selma Star' (d) grows best in loam and sand soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Tanacetum parthenium 'Selma Star' (d) hardy in the UK?
Tanacetum parthenium 'Selma Star' (d) 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 'Selma Star' (d)?
Seed, Division, Basal cuttings.
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