Description
Artemisia (Wormwood) – Silvery Foliage and Fragrant Beauty for Low-Maintenance Gardens
Enhance your garden with the striking elegance and resilience of Artemisia (Wormwood), a versatile perennial herb prized for its soft, silvery foliage, aromatic scent, and exceptional drought tolerance. Belonging to the daisy family (Asteraceae), Artemisia is known for its feathery, gray-green leaves that provide beautiful contrast and texture in borders, rock gardens, and herb beds.
Native to temperate regions of Europe, Asia, and North America, Artemisia thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, making it ideal for low-water landscapes, xeriscaping, and coastal gardens. While not typically grown for its flowers, the plant’s foliage offers year-round visual interest and pairs well with flowering perennials like lavender, salvia, and echinacea.
Why Choose Artemisia (Wormwood)?
Artemisia is not only visually appealing — it’s also highly functional. Many varieties contain aromatic compounds that act as natural pest deterrents, making it a useful companion plant. In herbal traditions, certain species like Artemisia absinthium have been used for medicinal and culinary purposes, including the production of absinthe and vermouth.
With a compact, mounding habit and low maintenance needs, Artemisia is perfect for gardeners looking to reduce water use while adding a cool-toned contrast to their planting schemes.
Key Features:
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🌿 Elegant Silver-Green Foliage – Adds texture and contrast
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☀️ Thrives in Full Sun – Prefers dry, well-drained soil
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💧 Drought-Tolerant – Perfect for xeriscaping and low-water gardens
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🐛 Natural Pest Resistance – Aromatic oils deter common pests
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🌱 Low Maintenance – Easy to grow and shape
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