Feverfew, Tanacetum parthenium, is a pretty daisy used traditionally to prevent migraines.
Tanacetum parthenium 'White Bonnet' is a double-flowered cultivar, bearing chrysanthemum-type flowers with a yellow centre and pretty white frilled surrounding petals. A cottage-garden classic, it comes true from seed and is a favourite among collectors.
Grow Tanacetum parthenium 'White Bonnet' in moist but well-drained soil in full sun. Seeds may be sown direct or in a seed tray for transplanting later, in spring.
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Tanacetum ‘White bonnet’ and wildlife
Tanacetum ‘White bonnet’ has no particular known value to wildlife in the UK.
Is Tanacetum ‘White bonnet’ poisonous?
Tanacetum ‘White bonnet’ has no toxic effects reported.
