Feverfew Magic Lime Green Seeds

Feverfew Magic Lime Green (Tanacetum parthenium 'Magic Lime Green') is a unique and visually stunning variety of the classic feverfew. Its most notable feature is the bright lime-green foliage that adds a fresh, vibrant look to any garden. Coupled with its cheerful, daisy-like white flowers, this plant is a fantastic choice for gardeners looking to add an eye-catching element to their garden or landscape. Ideal for attracting pollinators, Feverfew Magic Lime Green is also known for its potential health benefits, often used in herbal medicine.

Key Benefits

• Vibrant Lime-Green Foliage: Offers a fresh, eye-catching look throughout the growing season.
• Cheerful Flowers: Produces bright, white, daisy-like blooms that add a burst of color to gardens.
• Pollinator Friendly: Attracts bees and butterflies, helping to promote biodiversity in your garden.
• Herbal Uses: Traditionally used for medicinal purposes, including as a natural remedy for headaches.
• Low Maintenance: Easy to grow and care for, perfect for both novice and experienced gardeners.

Variety Features

• Plant Characteristics: Bushy, compact growth with delicate, aromatic, lime-green foliage.
• Flower Color: White, daisy-like flowers that bloom from late spring to summer.
• Growth Habit: A perennial that grows to about 12–18 inches tall and spreads up to 12 inches wide.
• Foliage: Unique, soft, lime-green leaves that provide texture and contrast in flower beds.

Planting Instructions

• Planting Season: Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost date or sow outdoors after all danger of frost has passed.
• Planting Details:
  • Seed Depth: Lightly press the seeds into the soil (do not cover them completely as they require light to germinate).
  • Spacing: Space plants 12 inches apart to allow for their spreading habit.
  • Soil Requirements: Prefers well-drained, moderately fertile soil with a pH of 6.0–7.5.
  • Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade. Best in locations that receive at least 4-6 hours of direct sunlight per day.

Care Instructions

• Watering: Keep the soil evenly moist, but not waterlogged. Water regularly, especially during dry periods.
• Fertilization: Fertilize lightly in the spring with a balanced fertilizer to promote healthy growth and flowering.
• Mulching: Apply a light mulch around the base of the plant to help retain moisture and suppress weeds.
• Pruning: Deadhead spent flowers to encourage additional blooms and maintain a tidy appearance.
• Winter Care: In colder regions, provide a layer of mulch or cut back the plant after the first frost to protect it over the winter months.

Harvesting

• Maturity: Feverfew Magic Lime Green is ready to bloom from late spring to summer, typically within 2-3 months after planting.
• Method: Harvest flowers in the morning when they are fully open, but before they start to fade. Snip stems with clean scissors to encourage more blooms.

Storage

• Fresh Flowers: Can be used fresh in floral arrangements or dried for herbal uses.
• Dried Flowers: Hang upside down in a dry, cool location to dry. Once dried, store in airtight containers away from direct sunlight.

Culinary and Medicinal Uses

• Medicinal: Feverfew is traditionally used as an herbal remedy, particularly for headaches and to relieve migraines. Consult with a healthcare professional before using it medicinally.
• Aromatherapy: The plant's leaves can also be used in homemade potpourris or sachets for their pleasant fragrance.

Conclusion

Feverfew Magic Lime Green is a beautiful and beneficial addition to any garden. Its vibrant lime-green foliage and daisy-like white flowers make it a standout plant for any landscape. Easy to grow and maintain, this variety of feverfew is perfect for gardeners who appreciate both ornamental beauty and the potential for herbal uses. Whether you’re looking to attract pollinators or grow a plant with medicinal properties, Feverfew Magic Lime Green is a wonderful choice.