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When to Plant Feverfew in Berkeley County, WV

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.

Berkeley County, West Virginia is in USDA Zone 6b. The average last spring frost is April 24 and the first fall frost is October 20, giving you a growing season of approximately 179 days.

At an elevation of 1,749 feet, Berkeley County receives approximately 54.2 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 91ยฐF, providing good warmth for Feverfew during the growing season. Ample rainfall means less supplemental watering, but ensure good drainage to prevent Feverfew root diseases.

Berkeley County, WV (Zone 6b) Moderate season
179 days
Last Spring Frost April 24
179 growing days
First Fall Frost October 20

Berkeley County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Silt Loam

Soil pH

6.0-7.0

Drainage

Well Drained

Feverfew Planting Timeline โ€” Berkeley County, WV

Feverfew Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Transplant Outdoors May 1 May 1 โ€“ May 15
Harvest July 31 Jul 31 โ€“ Oct 16

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

Month-by-Month Timeline

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

Growing Conditions

โ˜€๏ธ Sun

Full Sun (6-8+ hours)

๐Ÿ’ง Water

Low โ€” drought tolerant

๐Ÿ“… Days to Maturity

90โ€“120 days

๐Ÿงช Soil pH

Needs 6โ€“7 ยท Your soil: N/A

๐Ÿ—บ๏ธ USDA Zone

Zone 6b

๐Ÿ“† Growing Season

179 days in Berkeley County

Growing Tips for Berkeley 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Feverfew in Berkeley County, WV?

Berkeley County is in Zone 6b with an average last frost of April 24. Plan your Feverfew planting based on this frost date โ€” see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Berkeley County, WV?

Berkeley County, West Virginia is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6b. The average last spring frost is April 24 and first fall frost is October 20.

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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 Berkeley County, WV. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: April 2026.