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Artemisia pycnocephala 'David's Choice'

Also Known As

  • David's Choice Coastal Sagewort
  • David's Choice Sagebrush
  • David's Choice Wormwood

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 12"-24"
  • W: 24"-36"

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

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Artemisia pycnocephala 'David's Choice' plant details

Artemisia pycnocephala 'David's Choice' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with blue foliage. In summer yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant and wind tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Artemisia pycnocephala 'David's Choice'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 24 IN - 36 IN - wide, 12 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Artemisia pycnocephala 'David's Choice'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, seaside / salt and wind
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A compact selection of sandhill sage, this charming subshrub common to coastal dune complexes from Monterey to Oregon reaches 1' high and 3' across. Soft and woolly white, this choice plant is tolerant of both wind and salt spray, making it an excellent choice for coastal gardens. It requires well-drained soils but is not particularly receptive to hot interior climates. Remove the flowering heads in late summer to maintain a tidy form and provide moderate summer water in coastal climates. Combines perfectly with Fragaria chiloensis 'Aulon'. Hardy to below 0F. Point Reyes, California.

Gardening facts about Artemisia pycnocephala 'David's Choice' plant

How to Grow Artemisia pycnocephala 'David's Choice'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • seaside / salt tolerant
    • wind tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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