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Feverfew

Feverfew

Feverfew is an aromatic, flowering herb and is an easy-to-grow perennial plant. It is
often mistaken for a weed because of how easily it spreads after taking hold. This plant (Tanacetum
parthenium) is actually a species of chrysanthemum that has been grown in herb and medicinal gardens for centuries.

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Optimal Time/Temperature for Germination:
However, once the plants are established (after 6 months) they reseed themselves and spread very easily, so you will always have a supply of feverfew after planting it. Hardiness zones are 5-10.
Optimal Soil Conditions:
As long as you plant feverfew in well-draining soil, make sure it gets plenty of sun, and keep it watered, you will have a plentiful supply of the plant. Loamy soil is soil that is composed of sand, silt, and clay. The best type of soil for feverfew will contain about equal parts of sand and silt, with a lower concentration of clay. To test if the soil drains well, dig a hole that is about 12 in (30 cm) across and 12 in (30 cm) deep. Fill the hole with water and time how long it takes to drain. If it drains in 10 minutes or less, then the drainage is very good. If it drains in an hour or longer, then it is poor drainage. In early spring, right before you plan on planting the feverfew, mix in compost if you don’t have a spot with loamy soil. Use a garden hoe to till 6 in. (15 cm) down and add 3 in (7.6 cm) of compost on top. Mix the compost in well with the hoe to create a good soil composition for growing feverfew. Feverfew plants like to get a lot of sun. Choose a place to plant it that gets full sun for 6 or more hours a day if you live in a cool to warm climate, and a spot that gets partial shade for up to 3 hours in the afternoon if you live in a very hot climate. Feverfew does not survive extremely cold temperatures. Check the forecast to make sure that there are no more freezing temperatures before you plant so that the seeds or seedlings survive and soil pH of 6.0 to 6.7. Feverfew plants that are 6 months old and well-rooted can tolerate winter temperatures. Plant it in pots full of loamy soil instead of the ground if you want to have more control over it. Use pots that are 9–12 in (23–30 cm) deep and about 12 in (30 cm) in diameter foreach feverfew plant you want to grow.
Seed Planting Depth, Spacing and Procedure:
Plant seeds or seedlings 12 in. (30cm) apart. This is how much space you need to have in all directions between feverfew plants. Plant seeds or seedlings this distance apart from the start so you don’t have to move them later. Press seeds just under the soil with your thumb and cover them up with dirt. Dig a small hole big enough to fit the root system of a seedling, place the plant in, and compact the soil around the base. If you choose to plant seeds, they will germinate and start sprouting in about 1-2 weeks.
Best Companion Plants and Plants that Hinder:
If you want to plant feverfew in a garden bed with other plants, do it with other types of aromatic herbs such as mint and thyme. Make sure not to plant feverfew near plants that need to be pollinated by bees. Feverfew has a scent that repels bees. You can plant garlic, cress, and geraniums to keep pests away

Growing Instructions

Crop Maintenance

Moisture Requirements & Solutions:
Water right after planting and keep it moist. This is especially important to help seeds germinate. Make sure that the soil doesn’t dry out by misting it with a hose daily. If you live in an extremely hot climate, then check on the soil twice a day to make sure it does not dry out.
Weeding Needs & Solutions:
Feeding Needs/Optimal Natural Fertilizers:
Mulch with rich compost or top dress with a balanced organic fertilizer.
Pests, Diseases & Solutions:
Watch out for pests like slugs, powdery mildew, spider mites, and aphids. They are more likely to appear if you overwater your feverfew. Make sure to deal with any infestations as soon as you see them to prevent a bigger problem. Insecticidal soaps can be used to treat and then rinse.
When to Harvest/Number of days to maturity:
80 to 90 days. It can grow up to 2 ft. (0.61m) tall. Wait for the feverfew to be in full flower, during late spring and in the summer, in mid- morning after dew has dried before you harvest it. Make sure the plant still has abundant greenery when you harvest it so it will recuperate.
How to Harvest:
Use garden shears to clip off whole stems. Leave the flowers and leaves attached to the stems to be dried all together if you want to make herbal remedies. If you aren’t planning on making any herbal remedies, you can also put harvested feverfew in a vase to brighten up your home and add a citrusy scent. Tie together bunches of feverfew stems with twine or string and hang them somewhere in your home where they will dry out as quickly as possible if you want to make herbal remedies. So It is popularly dried using a screen and by hanging it upside down but may also be dried in an oven and a food dehydrator. For the screen and hanging dry methods, it usually takes a week or more to obtain results whereas with an oven and food dehydrator, these results are a lot quicker. However, when using these machines there’s more room for error.
Optimal Storage temperature and conditions:
a) To hang dry feverfew, tie it and hang it upside down in a dry and dark area that is well-ventilated. It will need about a week or more to become fully dry. b Feverfew may be dried in an oven at a low temperature, around 140°F. While preheating the oven to this temperature, lay it out on a tray and when it is preheated, place them inside of the oven and turn it off. Leave the door of the oven slightly ajar to properly circulate air. Take the feverfew out of the oven when it looks dry and dehydrated. c Feverfew may be dried in a food dehydrator on the lowest temperature. While it is preheating, place the plant on the drying racks and when it is fully warmed up, place the feverfew in the dehydrator. It may take hours to fully dry but check on it in intervals of hours to ensure that it does not become too brittle. (Use dried feverfew within 4 months to get the most effect from it).
Optimal Preserving Procedures:
Seed Saving:
Feverfew plants will typically die off after 2-3 years. However, once the plants are established (after 6 months) they reseed themselves and spread very easily, so you will always have a supply of feverfew after planting it. Feverfew can also be propagated by cuttings and by root division.

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Notes

Feverfew is also known as featherfew, febrifuge, featherfoil, mid-summer daisy, wild chamomile, and false chamomile. Steep the dried feverfew in hot water to make herbal tea from a mixture of dried leaves, flowers, and stems. (People have reported relief from fever, headaches, cramps, rheumatism,arthritis, and digestive problems.) You can even rub feverfew on your skin to reduce swelling, pain, and irritation caused by insect stings. Some wild feverfew may be able to tolerate temperatures up to -20°F but it is safer to not allow it in such temperatures. Feverfew in the winter does better if transferred to a pot and grow indoors, as this will protect it from frosting and freezing temperatures. Feverfew may also be planted near roses to keep aphids away.

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