Artemisia ludoviciana 'Cedar Silver'

Also Known As

Artemesia ludoviciana 'Cedar Silver'

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

H: 12"-18"
W: 36"-60"

planting zones

4a-10b

Artemisia ludoviciana 'Cedar Silver' plant details

Artemisia ludoviciana 'Cedar Silver' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial groundcover with white foliage. In summer cream flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in alkaline, average, clay, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Artemisia ludoviciana 'Cedar Silver'

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous white
Mature size: 36 IN - 60 IN - wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
Flowers: cream blooms in summer
Uses: container plant, edging plant, rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Artemisia ludoviciana 'Cedar Silver'

USDA Zones: 4a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat
Soil needs: alkaline, average, clay, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A Cistus introduction (2016) from a most intriguing island in the Deschutes river in North Central Oregon's desert county, and also home to the northern most hydropinically fed calocedrus grove, comes this intense silver grey perennial to about 18" spreading to 3 feet or more, pale cream flowers, excellent for dry gardens, best in full sun, excellent knitter. USDA Zone 4, possibly less.

By: Cistus Nursery

Gardening facts about Artemisia ludoviciana 'Cedar Silver' plant

How to Grow Artemisia ludoviciana 'Cedar Silver'

Soil Needs
- clay
- alkaline
- adaptable
- average
- lean
- well-drained
- rocky
- gritty
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Special Situation
- heat tolerant

Features

Foliage Season
- deciduous
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- bees
- butterflies
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Foliage Color
- white
Flower Season
- summer
Flower Color
- cream