Feverfew

Plant family

Season Overview

Details

Light requirement

Sunny

Water requirement

Moist

Soil

Medium (loamy)

Plant distance

40 cm

Row spacing

40 cm

Seeding depth

0.5 cm

Instructions

Description

Medicinal plant with feathery leaves and white, daisy-like flowers. Known for medicinal use, e.g. against migraines. Can be used as an ornamental in the herb garden.

Growing tips

- Sunny location: feverfew grows best in full sun, but also tolerates light partial shade. - Well-drained soil: Avoid waterlogging. Sandy-loamy soils are ideal. - Light germinators: Press seeds only lightly onto the soil and do not cover with soil or only cover minimally. - Prune regularly: Pruning after flowering promotes bushy growth and often a second flowering. - Self-seeding: feverfew seeds itself easily. If this is not desired, remove faded flowers early. - Watering: Relatively drought tolerant once established, water only during prolonged drought. - Harvesting for medicinal purposes: Leaves and flowers are best harvested shortly before or at the beginning of flowering. - Pollinator-friendly: The flowers are a good source of food for bees and other insects. 💡 Extra tip: feverfew goes very well in herb or cottage gardens and can also act as a natural companion plant against some insects.