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is also a book title by plantswoman Rosemary Verey. Much of the charm of this book is due to the photos of striking companions. Here in my garden is this combination:

• daisy-like feverfew ( Tanacetum parthenium ; syn. Chrysantheim parthenium) with

• blue and white love-in-a-mist ( Nigella ).

Verey -- entirely self taught -- said often about gardens, "It is a sin to be dull." I agree.

Feverfew is of interest to the University of Maryland Alternative Medicine program. Read more here.