Artemisia princeps
Also Known As
- Japanese Mugwort
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 2'-4'
- W: 2'-4'
planting zones
- 4a-10a
Artemisia princeps plant details
Artemisia princeps is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with blue and green foliage. In fall and summer white flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Artemisia princeps
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: asteraceae
- Foliage: deciduous blue and green
- Mature size: 2 FT - 4 FT - wide, 2 FT - 4 FT - tall
- Flowers: white blooms in fall and summer
GROWING CONDITIONS for Artemisia princeps
- USDA Zones: 4a - 10a
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: regular - low
- Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat and humidity
- Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained
Gardening facts about Artemisia princeps plant
How to Grow Artemisia princeps
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
- blue
Flower Color
- white
Wildlife
- bees
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- fall
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 4'-5'
Width: 2'-3'
- sun - bright shade
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Plant Type
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Zones
8a-10b
Size
Height: 1'-2'
Width: 2'-3'
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
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Plant Type
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Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 2'-8'
Width: 2'-6'
- sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
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Plant Type
Shrub, Perennial, Groundcover
Zones
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Size
Height: 12"-18"
Width: 18"-24"
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
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Size
Height: 2'-4'
Width: 3'-6'
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
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