Where feverfew feels at home, it can exploit its full potential. It is therefore important to largely recreate its original location (coastal areas on the Mediterranean) in this country and plant it there.
What is the ideal location for feverfew?
The ideal feverfew location offers a sunny to partially shaded spot, a permeable, humus-rich and nutrient-rich soil that is slightly calcareous, medium-heavy and moist. Full sun locations require additional watering to prevent disease.
The sun in sight – but not too much of a good thing
Feverfew produces the most flowers in a sunny location. It also grows excellently in partial shade, but produces fewer flowers. A sheltered location is not necessary as the perennial is rather small.
The soil at the site: richly filled, moist and permeable
Normal garden soil is usually suitable for feverfew. It should have the following properties if possible in order to drive the plant to peak performance:
- easy
- permeable
- humos
- nutrient-rich
- slightly calcareous
- medium difficulty
- moist
Tip
Feverfew only tolerates full sun locations well provided that it receives a lot of care in the form of watering. Otherwise it becomes susceptible to disease.
