Artemisia stellerana 'Silver Brocade'

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Dusty Miller, Beach Sage

 
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Description

This plant is a dense woody perennial which grows to 2' in height and has a prostrate growth habit. The leaves are felty silvery, deeply lobed and aromatic. It is used in seaside gardens and borders. It prefers afternoon shade in desert areas and well draining soil. Yellow inconspicuous flowers bloom in spring. Deadhead after blooms are spent to prevent seeds from sowing.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Sun/Water

  • Design

Plant Type

Perennial

 

Height Range

1-3'

 

Flower Color

Yellow

 

Flower Season

Summer

 

Leaf Color

Grey Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

 

Water

Low, Extra in Summer

 

Growth Rate

Fast

 

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

 

Soil Condition

Well-drained, Dry

 

Soil pH

Neutral

 

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Seascape

 

Accenting Features

Fragrance, Unusual Foliage

 

Seasonal Interest

Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall

 

Location Uses

Perennial Border, With Rocks

 

Special Uses

Filler, Small Spaces

 

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.

Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.