Artemisia filifolia

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Information by: George Hull MSN        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

Provides softness and movement in the landscape. Fragrant, threadlike leaves and stems, airy evergreen shrub is covered wiht white hairs giving it a silvery cast. Flowers inconspicuous. Fast to 3' tall and wide. Native to western plans and southwest. Grows in rocky or sandy soils 1-8000'. Full sun and well drained soils. Will tolerate sandy and clay soils.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Sun/Water

  • Design

Plant Type

Shrub, Perennial

 

Height Range

3-6'

 

Flower Color

Yellow

 

Flower Season

Summer

 

Leaf Color

Silver

 

Bark Color

Grey

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

 

Water

Very Low, Low

 

Growth Rate

Fast

 

Soil Type

Sandy, Rocky

 

Soil Condition

Well-drained

 

Soil pH

Basic

 

Adverse Factors

Allergenic

Design Styles

n/a

 

Accenting Features

Fragrance, Multi-trunk Tree, Unusual Foliage

 

Seasonal Interest

n/a

 

Location Uses

Background, Entry, Foundation, Raised Planter

 

Special Uses

Erosion Control

 

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.

Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust.