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Common name: "Costmary"
Latin name:
Tanacetum balsamita  - syn Chrysanthemum balsamita

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Zone: 6 - Annual
Native to area:
No
Growth habit:
Upright plant 24" to 36" in height.
Flowers: Yes, small yellow clusters during late summer.
Companion plant-able:
No 
Sunshine:
Water:
Herbs Cultural information: "Costmary" thrives in most soils. New plants can be started from seed or purchase pre-started plants from your local Garden Center. 

Established plants are easy to divide and transplant. Space plants 12" apart... they will rapidly fill in.

Uses: Cosmetic, Craft, Culinary, Medicinal and Ornamental
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Harvesting & Storage: Harvest leaves to dry before they begin to yellow. The leaves will dry quickly layed flat on a try. Store leaves in a tight closing container.

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