About

This vigorous group of clump-forming perennials features upright, purplish stems topped with finely dissected, aromatic leaves that are dark green with a hint of purple. In mid to late summer, delicate clusters of small cream-colored flowerheads emerge, adding a subtle touch to the foliage.

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

Moist but well-drained

Aspect

East-facing, South-facing, West-facing

Exposure

Exposed, Sheltered

UK hardiness

H7

Plant details

Plant type

Herbaceous Perennial

Habit

Columnar upright

Foliage

Deciduous

Height

1-1.5 metres

Spread

0.5-1 metres

Time to full height

2-5 years

Suggested uses

Cottage and informal garden

Fragrance

Foliage

Care notes

Cultivation

Grow in fertile, well-drained soil in full sun. Can die back in heavy, poorly-drained soil

Pruning

Cut back to base of plant in autumn

Propagation

Propagate by seed, division or semi-hardwood cuttings in late summer

Pest resistance

Generally pest-free

Disease resistance

May be susceptible to honey fungus