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©Costmary, Bible Leaf Costmary, Bible Leaf
Botanical Name: Tanacetum balsamita
Life Cycle: Hardy Perennial
Description/Size:
 It's 6" long strap shaped leaves and mint fragrance served as a bible marker and "stimulant" during lengthy sermons. Fine hairs give a light grey look. Spreads by underground branches which bolt in June to form dandelion-like, frankly unattrative, flowers. Remove prior to flowering if you find them undesirable. Use fresh leaves sparingly in salads and soup, also dried leaves in sleep pillows.

Cold Tolerance: Zone 4a 4b 5a 5b 6a 6b 7a 7b 8a 8b 9a 9b
Light: Full Sun to Full Sun
Height: 2-3 Feet
Water: Normal
Soil: Loamy
Price: $4.49 each
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