How to Grow and Care for Common tansy

Common tansy, also known as Golden buttons, Bitter buttons, Cow bitter, Garden tansy, Wild tansy

Common tansy is an herbaceous perennial plant known for its ease of care. Key care points include ensuring it's planted in well-drained soil and exposed to full sun to partial shade. Common tansy is drought-tolerant, requiring minimal watering once established. A special care consideration is the plant's invasive nature; control measures should be in place to prevent it from overtaking garden spaces.

Watering schedule: Every week

Sunlight Requirements: Full sun

Toxic to Humans

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Planting and Growing Common tansy

Toughness	High
Care Level	Medium
Care Difficulty	Easy
Lifespan	Perennial
Watering Schedule	Every week
Sunlight Requirements	Full sun
Soil Type	Garden Soil
Soil pH	6-7
Planting Time	Spring
Hardiness Zones	3-9
Toxicity	Toxic to Humans

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Common tansy is a robust herbaceous perennial reaching 1-5 feet (30-150 cm) in height. Characterized by its erect stance and reddish-brown stems, this plant features deeply divided, feathery, green leaves that emit a distinctive pungent scent when crushed. Throughout its blooming period, common tansy showcases clusters of button-like, golden yellow flowers, distinguishing itself as a member of the Aster family. Its aggressive rhizomatous root system enables a rapid spread, contributing to its prolific seed propagation.