| Common Name: Wormwood Genus: Artemisia Species: absinthium
Characteristics of Plant
An aromatic woody perennial that has medicinal properties, but always do your research before ingesting any new plant.
It does well in almost all the zones and is fairly drought tolerant once established. Another nice feature of this plant is that is also fairly deer resistant.
It really doesn't boast any significant flowers. The small yellow flowers that are produced are mainly for seed and not aesthetic properties.
The leaves are a silvery-grey in color and can reach heights of up to 2'. Cuttings root easily, but if sowing seed, just gently press into soil and do not cover. If the plant is not dead-headed it will re-seed on its own. |
Life Cycle
Perennial
Zone Hardiness up to
Zone 2
Zone 3
Zone 4
Zone 5
Zone 6
Zone 7
Zone 8
Zone 9
Endangered Species
No
Heirloom
No
When to Sow Seed
Early Spring
Mid Spring
Germination Temperature
60-70 F
Seed Sowing Depth
Lay on top of soil
Seed Needs Light to Germinate
Yes
Days to Germination
24- 30 days
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Part Sun/ Part Shade
Plant Height
1- 2 feet
Plant Form
Branching
Upright
Blooms
Yes
Flower Color
Pale Yellow
Fragrance
Mild
Nutritional Needs
Moist
Fertile
Yes
Reproduces By
Stem Fragments
Seed
Cutting Flower
No
Additional Uses
Borders
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