About

This low-growing, evergreen perennial reaches a height of up to 15 cm, creating a compact mound of aromatic foliage. Its leaves are soft, silvery, and finely dissected. Occasionally, small yellow flowers appear during the summer months.

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

South-facing

Exposure

Exposed, Sheltered

UK hardiness

H5

Plant details

Plant type

Alpine Rockery, Herbaceous Perennial

Habit

Matforming

Foliage

Evergreen

Height

Up to 10 cm

Spread

0.1-0.5 metres

Time to full height

2-5 years

Suggested uses

City and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Gravel garden, Patio and container plants, Rock garden

Fragrance

Foliage

Care notes

Cultivation

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

Pruning

Cut back lightly in spring to maintain shape; avoid cutting into old woody stems that do not have buds

Propagation

Propagate by seed, division, softwood or semi-hardwood cuttings

Pest resistance

Generally pest-free

Disease resistance

May be susceptible to honey fungus