About
Seriphidium artemisioides is a shrubby, aromatic perennial or subshrub producing the characteristic finely dissected, silver-white, woolly leaves and tiny, yellowish flower heads of the genus. A rewarding and ornamental plant for a sunny, well-drained, dry garden border.
About the genus
Seriphidium are aromatic, grey or white-woolly shrubs and perennials closely related to Artemisia, producing finely divided leaves and tiny flower heads. Grown in sunny, well-drained borders and dry gardens.
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun, Partial shade
Soil typeClay, Loam
Soil pHNeutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained
AspectNorth-facing, West-facing, South-facing, East-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH6
Plant details
Plant typeConifers, Trees
HabitBushy
FoliageEvergreen
HeightHigher than 12 metres
Spread4-8 metres
Time to full heightMore than 50 years
Suggested usesArchitectural
Native toW USA
Care notes
CultivationGrow in moderately fertile, moist but well-drained soil in full sun to light dappled shade. See conifer cultivation
PruningNo pruning required, but it is one of the few conifers that is suitable for coppicing, or that will make new shoots from the base if cut down
PropagationPropagate by seed in containers in a cold frame in spring. Root softwood cuttings in summer or semi-ripe cuttings in late summer or autumn
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceMay be susceptible to honey fungus