Feverfew
Feverfew is a bushy herb of the daisy family covered in clusters of small white blooms with buttery-yellow centres. Florists love it as a charming, informal filler that brings a fresh, cottage-garden innocence to bridal bouquets and jam-jar posies. Its many-branched stems knit an arrangement together with a scatter of miniature daisies. The foliage is aromatic, and the flowers last well when properly conditioned.
| Family | Asteraceae |
|---|---|
| Origin | Eurasia (Balkan Peninsula) |
| Peak season | June, July, August |
| Availability | May, June, July, August, September |
| Stem length | 30–60 cm |
| Vase life | 5–7 days |
| Colors | white, yellow |
| Price tier | budget |
Cut stems at an angle and remove the lower leaves, which have a pungent scent and rot fast in water. Condition in cool, clean water with flower food for several hours before arranging. Avoid crushing the delicate stems and keep blooms away from heat to prevent premature browning. A little flower food keeps the water clear and the small daisies fresh.
- •Remove all below-water foliage
- •Hydrate several hours before use
- •Keep away from heat and ripening fruit
- •Top up clean water regularly
- •Handle stems gently
