About
Artemisia abrotanum 'Coca-Cola' is a deciduous perennial that typically reaches a height of about 90 cm. This plant features aromatic, finely dissected leaves in a sage-green hue that emit a subtle scent reminiscent of Coca-Cola. During the summer through early autumn, it produces spikes of small yellow flowerheads that are not particularly showy.
About the genus
Artemisia includes a variety of plants such as shrubs, perennials, and annuals, which can be either evergreen or deciduous. The leaves are typically gray, aromatic, and often have a divided appearance. The flower heads tend to be inconspicuous.
Growing conditions
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Chalk, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- East-facing, North-facing, South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
- Plant type
- Shrubs
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Height
- 0.5-1 metres
- Spread
- 0.5-1 metres
- Time to full height
- 2-5 years
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, Mediterranean climate plants, Patio and container plants
- Fragrance
- Foliage
Care notes
- Cultivation
- Grow in full sun on well-drained soil, applying mulch around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds. Drought tolerant once established but water occasionally during dry periods. Avoid over-feeding as this can reduce the fragrance of the foliage
- Pruning
- Prune in spring to keep bushy, maintain shape and encourage new growth
- Propagation
- Propagate from softwood cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free