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Partridge Feather
Scientific Name: Tanacetum densum (Labill.) Schultz Bip.
Synonym: Chrysanthemum densum, Pyrethrum densum
Family: Asteraceae

Show Larger Picture Tanacetum densum ssp. amanii at the Flagstaff Arboretum

Recommended Temperature Zone: sunset: 1-24 USDA: 4-8 Sun Exposure: Full sun Origin: Middle East, at 5000 to 8500 feet elevation(1500-2500 m) Growth Habits: Perennial subshrub, 8 to 10 inches tall (20-25 cm), 8 to 12 inches spread (20-30 cm) Watering Needs: Fairly drought tolerant, needs good drainage, prefers sandy soild Propagation: Seeds or division in the spring, cuttings in summer

Blooming Habits:
The flowers attract butterflies.