Plant Overview

Common Tansy is a robust, aromatic perennial herb that features bright yellow button-like flowers and finely divided, fernlike foliage. This traditional cottage garden plant offers both ornamental appeal and historical significance, having been used for centuries in folk medicine and as a natural insect repellent.

Plant Information

• Latin Name: Tanacetum vulgare
• Common Name: Common Tansy, Golden Buttons
• Watering Requirements: Moderate to Low
• Sun Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade
• Soil Conditions: Well-draining, Average to Poor Soil
• Mature Plant Height: 3-5 feet
• Mature Plant Width: 2-3 feet

Plant Care

Common Tansy is an exceptionally easy plant to grow and maintain. It thrives in average soil conditions and requires minimal attention once established. Regular deadheading of spent blooms will encourage continued flowering and prevent unwanted self-seeding. The plant benefits from being cut back to ground level in late fall or early spring.

Planting Instructions

Plant Common Tansy in spring or early summer in well-draining soil. Space plants 2-3 feet apart to allow for mature spread. Dig a hole twice the width of the root ball and at the same depth. Place the plant in the hole, ensuring the top of the root ball is level with the soil surface. Backfill with soil, water thoroughly, and apply a layer of mulch around the base, keeping it away from the stem.

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