Costmary Tanacetum balsamita

Costmary (Tanacetum balsamita) is a fragrant / aromatic herb grown for historic ale and culinary flavouring sparingly. It prefers full sun and gritty, free-draining soil, reaching about 60–90 cm. Harvest in leaves before flowering for the best flavour and aroma.

  • Sun: Full sun
  • Soil: Gritty, free-draining soil
  • Watering: Low to moderate once established
  • Harvest: Leaves before flowering
  • Difficulty: Easy

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