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Tanacetum Vulgare

About Tanacetum Vulgare

Common Tansy is an aromatic perennial with fern-like foliage and yellow button-like flowers. The plant is a native of Europe and Asia. It was brought to North America by early settlers in the 1600s for medical and horticultural purposes. It has been listed as a noxious weed in many areas of the United States. It is prohibited in Colorado, Minnesota, Montana, Wyoming and parts of Washington State. It can be controlled with common herbicides.

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Tanacetum vulgare

Genus

Tanacetum

Family

Asteraceae

Order

Asterales

Also known as

Golden Buttons, Golden Buttons and Common Tansy

How to care for Tanacetum Vulgare

💦 Water

How often to water your Tanacetum Vulgare

Tanacetum Vulgare needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Water 0.5 cups every
9

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☀️ Light

Finding light for Golden Buttons in your home

Tanacetum Vulgare love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Tanacetum Vulgare does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Tanacetum Vulgare in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Tanacetum Vulgare

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Tanacetum Vulgare: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Tanacetum Vulgare after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

💡 FAQs

⭐ Difficulty Level

Tanacetum Vulgare is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!

Benefits of Growing Golden Buttons →

Common Golden Buttons Problems →

💦 Water Needs

Tanacetum Vulgare prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Golden Buttons Water Frequency →

Golden Buttons Root Rot →

☀️ Sunlight Needs

Tanacetum Vulgare requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Golden Buttons Light Requirements →

Golden Buttons Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Tanacetum Vulgare is extremely dangerous if consumed. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian immediately. Tanacetum Vulgare is not recommended for homes with children, cats, or dogs.

🪴 Soil

Tanacetum Vulgare does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

When and How to Successfully Repot Golden Buttons →

💩 Fertilizer

Tanacetum Vulgare should be repotted after it doubles in size or once a year, whichever comes first. Fresh potting soil has all the nutrients your plant needs, so as long as it’s refreshed yearly, you shouldn’t need to use fertilizer. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

How Much and When to Fertilize Golden Buttons →

⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Tanacetum Vulgare is a clumping plant, meaning new growth will emerge from the soil around the parent plant.

How and When to Prune Golden Buttons →

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Tanacetum Vulgare can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 3a-8b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Golden Buttons Temperature Tolerance →

🌱 Propagation

Tanacetum Vulgare can be propagated by division into new individual plants.

Check to see if there is more than one plant. In some cases they may still be beneath the soil surface. If you feel confident, you may remove the soil to check for baby plantlets below!
If there are multiple plants growing, unpot the plant and gently tug the plants apart, being careful not to disturb too many of the roots. They may be connected by large root segments which you may need to break to free the plantlet.
Pot up the new plant in well-draining soil
Repot the parent plant back into its original pot

🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.