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Herbaceous Perennial

Artemisia ludoviciana

western mugwort

A semi-evergreen herbaceous perennial with narrow silver leaves. It reaches around 60cm and spreads via underground stems. The flowers are spikes of yellow-brown clusters which develop in summer

Other common names
western mugwort
western sage
see morewhite sage
Synonyms
Artemisia purshiana
Artemisia palmeri hort.
see moreArtemisia gnaphalodes

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Size
Ultimate height
0.5–1 metres
Time to ultimate height
2–5 years
Ultimate spread
0.5–1 metres
Growing conditions
Chalk
Clay
Loam
Sand
Moisture
Well–drained
pH
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Colour & scent
StemFlowerFoliageFruit
Spring Grey Silver
Summer Yellow Brown Grey Silver
Autumn Grey Silver
Winter Grey Silver
Position
  • Full sun
Aspect

East–facing or West–facing or North–facing or South–facing

Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered
Drought resistance
Yes
Hardiness
H6
Botanical details
Family
Asteraceae
Native to GB / Ireland
No
Foliage
Semi evergreen
Habit
Columnar upright
Genus

Artemisia can be shrubs, perennials or annuals, evergreen or deciduous, with usually grey, aromatic, often divided foliage and rather insignificant flower-heads

Name status

Correct

Plant range
W US, Mexico

How to grow

Cultivation

Grow in well drained soil in full sun

Propagation

Propagate from seed or division

Suggested planting locations and garden types
  • Coastal
  • Cottage and informal garden
  • Mediterranean climate plants
Pruning

Cut old, tired stems to the ground in autumn or late winter

Pests

Generally pest-free

Diseases

Generally disease-free

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