Feverfew

Chrysanthemum parthenium. Perennial. 2'.

Feverfew produces sprays of 1" white, daisy like flowers atop scented, ferny foliage. Blends into any landscape, self sows.  Reputed migrane treatment. Excellent as a cut flower.

Planting Directions: Sow seed indoors 6-8 weeks before planting out.  Plant seed on the surface and lightly press down in sterile seed starting mix with a soil temperature of 60-85?.  Direst sow in the garden in early spring when soil is cool and a light frost is still possible, or in late autumn. Plant in well prepared soil that has been amended with rich compost or a general garden fertilizer.  Thin or transplant plants to 3” apart, when they are 2” tall.  Plant in an area that receives at least 6 hours of sunlight.  Water and deadhead regularly.

Remarks:  Perennial varieties started early in Spring will bloom the first year.  Plants must receive at least 6 hours of sunlight a day to bloom.