Species gold leaf tansy
yellow flowers with green leaves and yellow stems

gold leaf tansy

Tanacetum vulgare 'Isla Gold'

Gold Leaf Tansy is a small perennial daisy with large, bright yellow button-like flower heads. Growing to 90 cm in height it displays dense, aromatic foliage marked with golden yellow. Best situated in full sun in a moist, well-drained soil, its flowers are beloved by bees and butterflies. Easily propagated by cuttings, it is an attractive and easy-to-care for addition to any garden. Its oils are often used for medicinal purposes and its bright, aromatic fragrance is both beautiful and long-lasting.

Cycle:

Herbaceous Perennial

Watering:

Minimum

Propagation:

Cutting,Division,Seed Propagation,Layering Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

4 - 8

Flowers:

Yellow Flowers

Sun:

Full sun,part shade

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

gold,yellow,tan

Growth Rate:

Low

Maintenance:

Moderate

Poisonous To Humans:

Yes

Poisonous To Pets:

Yes

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Gold Leaf Tansy should be watered moderately, about once every 10-14 days, depending on light and temperature level. Make sure the soil is adequately moist before watering again. Over-watering can cause root rot, so be sure not to water too much or too often. During the winter months, when the plant is dormant, water only rarely. A light mist with a spray bottle is sufficient for indoor specimens to keep the leaves from drying out.

sunlight

Gold Leaf Tansy thrives in full sun, with at least 6 hours of direct sunlight a day in order to reach its full potential. It's best to provide this amount of direct light between the hours of 10 am to 4 pm. Avoid extreme temperatures during those hours to ensure the Gold Leaf Tansy does not become heat-stressed.

pruning

Gold Leaf Tansy should be pruned once or twice a year. In late spring, prune back the new growth to encourage branching. A late summer pruning can also help control the height and shape of the plant. Prune lightly, no more than 1-third of the total height. Too much or too little pruning can result in an off-balance shape or an open center.

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Starts Flowering

Gold leaf tansy typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.

Starts Flowering

Gold leaf tansy typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.

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