Tansy Seeds – Tanacetum Vulgare

Tansy Seeds – Tanacetum vulgare produce a hardy perennial plant known for its clusters of bright golden-yellow button-like flowers and aromatic fern-like foliage. This traditional garden plant is admired for its striking appearance and ability to attract beneficial insects such as bees and butterflies. Tansy is often grown in cottage gardens, borders, and wildflower landscapes for its ornamental beauty and ease of care.

Adaptable to a variety of soil conditions, Tansy thrives in full sun and requires minimal maintenance once established. It is drought-tolerant and ideal for gardeners seeking a durable, pollinator-friendly plant that returns year after year.

Features:

• Type: Perennial flowering plant

• Common Name (US): Tansy

• Scientific Name: Tanacetum vulgare

• Flower Color: Bright yellow

• Bloom Shape: Button-like clustered flowers

• Foliage: Aromatic, fern-like leaves

• Height: 24–48 inches (60–120 cm)

• Soil Requirement: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil

• Sunlight: Full sun

• Watering: Moderate; drought-tolerant once established

• Bloom Time: Mid-summer to early fall

• Special Feature: Pollinator-friendly and deer-resistant

Specifications:

• Planting Season: Spring or early fall

• Hardiness Zones (USDA): Zones 3–8

• Sowing Method: Direct sow outdoors after the last frost or start indoors 6–8 weeks prior

• Germination Time: 14–21 days

• Germination Temperature: 65–70°F (18–21°C)

• Spacing Between Plants: 18–24 inches (45–60 cm)

• Mature Plant Height: 2–4 feet (60–120 cm)

• Best Growing Months:

  • Northern Zones (3–5): May to September

  • Mid Zones (6–7): April to October

  • Southern Zones (8): March to November

• Maintenance: Low; cut back after flowering to encourage new growth and prevent self-seeding

• Uses: Borders, wildflower gardens, pollinator habitats, and naturalized plantings