Feverfew

feverfew plant
feverfew plant

Introduction

A very hardy herb that will self seed freely in beds and borders. A relatively small plant that produces masses of small daisy like flowers. The leaves are used to make herbal remedies for headache (please consult a medical professional before using), and the flowers release a pleasant scent.

Planting

  • Sow indoors from February onwards

Harvesting

  • June - August
Sow
(inside)
Sow
(outside)
Harvest
(fresh)
Harvest
(stored)
January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December
= jar, = freeze, = store

Varieties

There is commonly only one variety of feverfew found in retail outlets.

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Growing

Feverfew is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed, or propagated by dividing a mature plant.

I have had success germinating feverfew from seed, and growing in a medium sized pot on a patio. Out of all the herbs I grow, only feverfew has been affected by black aphids. As a small plant, the aphids have been easy to wash off.

Keep the soil moist throughout the growing season.

My plant has survived winter without needing to be brought indoors and no special care.

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