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When to Plant Feverfew in Isle of Wight County, 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.

Isle of Wight County, Virginia is in USDA Zone 7b. The average last spring frost is March 25 and the first fall frost is November 12, giving you a growing season of approximately 232 days.

At an elevation of 417 feet, Isle of Wight County receives approximately 41 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 91ยฐF, providing good warmth for Feverfew during the growing season.

Isle of Wight County, VA (Zone 7b) Long season
232 days
Last Spring Frost March 25
232 growing days
First Fall Frost November 12

Isle of Wight County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Silt Loam

Soil pH

5.6-6.6

Drainage

Well Drained

Plant Planting Risk Windows

Early Start (70% safe) ✓ Fits season (56 days to spare)
Transplant: Mar 26 🍅 Harvest: Jun 25 – Sep 10
Recommended (50%) ✓ Fits season (57 days to spare)
Transplant: Apr 1 🍅 Harvest: Jul 1 – Sep 16
Safe Start (90%) ✓ Fits season (59 days to spare)
Transplant: Apr 16 🍅 Harvest: Jul 16 – Oct 1

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
0.7″/week
Watering frequency Natural rainfall sufficient
Season total 0 gal / 100 sq ft
Feverfew needs ~1,916 GDD — county provides 4,234 GDD Excellent fit

Feverfew Planting Timeline โ€” Isle of Wight County, VA

Feverfew Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Transplant Outdoors April 1 Apr 1 โ€“ Apr 15
Harvest July 1 Jul 1 โ€“ Sep 16

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 โ€”
June โ€”
July Harvest
August Harvest
September Harvest
October โ€”
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 7b

Growing Season

232 days

Growing Tips for Isle of Wight County

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Feverfew in Isle of Wight County, VA?

Isle of Wight County is in Zone 7b with an average last frost of March 25. Plan your Feverfew planting based on this frost date โ€” see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Isle of Wight County, VA?

Isle of Wight County, Virginia is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7b. The average last spring frost is March 25 and first fall frost is November 12.

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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 Isle of Wight County, VA. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: April 2026.