Tansy

BOTANIC NAME

Tanacetum vulgare

CULTIVATION

Hardy spreading perennial to 1 m high.

FOR A SAFE BACKYARD

Swap chemicals for flowers with herbal pest control.

BENEFICIAL INSECTS

Beneficials such as Ladybirds, Lacewings and Hoverflies control garden pests. They are attracted into the garden by herb flowers.

FOOD FOR BENEFICIALS

Beneficials feed on the pollen and nectar of herb flowers as well as insects such as aphids and caterpillars.

HOW TO DO IT
Interplant beneficial insect attracting plants throughout your gardens especially fruit and vegetable gardens.

FLOWERING TIME
Tansy flowers from spring to autumn with bright yellow button flowers.