About

Seriphidium vallesiacum, the Valais sagebrush, is a hardy, aromatic, dwarf shrub producing silvery, finely divided leaves and tiny, yellowish flower heads in summer and autumn. A rewarding and ornamental aromatic shrub for a sunny, well-drained, dry 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.

Plant details

Suggested usesBorders, containers, mixed plantings.

Care notes

CultivationPlant in well-drained soil. Water during establishment.
PruningRemove dead growth as needed.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.