Artemisia californica 'Montara'

Also Known As

Montara Sagebrush
Montara Wormwood

Plant type

shrub, perennial, groundcover

size

H: 12"-36"
W: 12"-36"

planting zones

8b-11

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Artemisia californica 'Montara' plant details

Artemisia californica 'Montara' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial groundcover shrub with blue foliage. In fall and summer white flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, gritty, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and seaside / salt tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Artemisia californica 'Montara'

Plant type: perennial groundcover shrub
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 12 IN - 36 IN - wide, 12 IN - 36 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in fall and summer
Uses: fragrant foliage

GROWING CONDITIONS for Artemisia californica 'Montara'

USDA Zones: 8b - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat and seaside / salt
Soil needs: average, clay, gritty, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Compact selection by Roger Raiche from Montara Ridge in San Mateo county. Plants have typical silver-gray foliage and mound to 3' with an equal spread, developing an almost formal look with age. Occasional summer water will help retain summer leaves but consider designing the dormancy into the garden to enjoy the muted colors of a California summer.

By: Native Sons

Gardening facts about Artemisia californica 'Montara' plant

How to Grow Artemisia californica 'Montara'

Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- clay
- adaptable
- average
- well-drained
- rocky
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- seaside / salt tolerant

Features

Foliage Color
- blue
Flower Color
- white
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- bees
- butterflies
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- fall
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen