Magic Single matricaria

Tanacetum parthenium 'Magic Single'

PerennialAsteraceae

Magic Single matricaria
Deer-resistantDrought tolerantFragrantEdible
USDA zones5 to 9
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles moderate to moist soil
Size2 to 1 inch tall
Growth rate
Rapid
Habit
Clumping
Bloom season
Summer
Soil types
Sand, loam
Soil pH
Acid, alkaline, neutral

Garden uses

BorderContainerCottage gardenCut flowerRock garden

Attracts

ButterfliesHummingbirdsBeesBirds

Notes

'Magic Single' matricaria (Tanacetum parthenium 'Magic Single') is a perennial for borders, cut flowers, containers, and cottage gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 5, or down to -20°F (-29°C). This plant likes full or part sun and average to moist, sandy or loamy soil. Deer tend to pass it by. It blooms from early to late summer and is a prolific filler flower. Its fragrant blooms draw butterflies, hummingbirds, and bees.

Pairs well with Cornflower, Blue fescue, and Cora Louise peony.

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