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When to Plant Feverfew in Danville City, VA

Feverfew is a bushy perennial herb with small daisy-like flowers and aromatic leaves. It has been used traditionally for headache relief and is a cheerful garden plant.

Danville City, Virginia is in USDA Zone 7a. The average last spring frost is April 13 and the first fall frost is October 29, giving you a growing season of approximately 199 days.

At an elevation of 970 feet, Danville City receives approximately 52.6 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 92ยฐF, providing good warmth for Feverfew during the growing season. Ample rainfall means less supplemental watering, but ensure good drainage to prevent Feverfew root diseases.

Danville City, VA (Zone 7a) Moderate season
199 days
Last Spring Frost April 13
199 growing days
First Fall Frost October 29

Danville City Soil Profile

Soil Type

Silt Loam

Soil pH

5.6-7.1

Drainage

Well Drained

Plant Planting Risk Windows

Early Start (70% safe) ✓ Fits season (25 days to spare)
Transplant: Apr 12 🍅 Harvest: Jul 12 – Sep 27
Recommended (50%) ✓ Fits season (24 days to spare)
Transplant: Apr 20 🍅 Harvest: Jul 20 – Oct 5
Safe Start (90%) ✓ Fits season (17 days to spare)
Transplant: May 8 🍅 Harvest: Aug 7 – Oct 23

Percentages indicate frost risk at transplant. The 70% safe window means there is a 30% chance of frost after transplant — suitable for cold-hardy crops or gardeners with frost protection. The 90% safe window is best for tender plants.

Plant Water Budget

Plant needs
0.5″/week
Rainfall provides
1.1″/week
Watering frequency Natural rainfall sufficient
Season total 0 gal / 100 sq ft
Feverfew needs ~1,995 GDD — county provides 3,781 GDD Excellent fit

Feverfew Planting Timeline โ€” Danville City, VA

Feverfew Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Transplant Outdoors April 20 Apr 20 โ€“ May 4
Harvest July 20 Jul 20 โ€“ Oct 5

Plant 0.5" deep ยท 8" apart ยท Rows 12" apart

Month-by-Month Timeline

MonthActivities
January โ€”
February โ€”
March โ€”
April Transplant Outdoors
May Transplant Outdoors
June โ€”
July Harvest
August Harvest
September Harvest
October Harvest
November โ€”
December โ€”

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (6-8+ hours)

Water

Low โ€” drought tolerant

Days to Maturity

90โ€“120 days

Soil pH

6 โ€“ 7

USDA Zone

Zone 7a

Growing Season

199 days

Growing Tips for Danville City

Start seeds indoors or direct sow on the soil surface. Deadhead regularly to prevent aggressive self-seeding. Divide clumps every 2-3 years to maintain vigor.

Companion Planting

Good Companions

Level Up Your Garden

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Feverfew in Danville City, VA?

Danville City is in Zone 7a with an average last frost of April 13. Plan your Feverfew planting based on this frost date โ€” see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Danville City, VA?

Danville City, Virginia is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7a. The average last spring frost is April 13 and first fall frost is October 29.

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Data sources: USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map (2023), NOAA 30-Year Climate Normals. Frost dates are based on 50% probability averages for Danville City, VA. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: April 2026.