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Artemisia armeniaca
Also Known As
- Artemisia armeniacum
- Artemisia canescens
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 14"-32"
- W: 20"-60"
planting zones
- 8a-10b
Artemisia armeniaca plant details
Artemisia armeniaca is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with blue foliage. In summer yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average, gritty, lean and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Artemisia armeniaca
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: asteraceae
- Foliage: deciduous blue
- Mature size: 20 IN - 60 IN - wide, 14 IN - 32 IN - tall
- Flowers: yellow blooms in summer
GROWING CONDITIONS for Artemisia armeniaca
- USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: occasional - low
- Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat
- Soil needs: average, gritty, lean and well-drained
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By: Steve Law
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How to Grow Artemisia armeniaca
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- average
- lean
- well-drained
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- blue
Flower Color
- yellow
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- bees
- butterflies
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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