Artemisia cana

Also Known As

Silver Sagebrush

Plant type

shrub, perennial

size

H: 2'-4'
W: 2'-4'

planting zones

3a-9b

Artemisia cana plant details

Artemisia cana is a broadleaf deciduous perennial shrub with blue and white 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. Does well in average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Artemisia cana

Plant type: perennial shrub
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous blue and white
Mature size: 2 FT - 4 FT - wide, 2 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in summer
Uses: fragrant foliage

GROWING CONDITIONS for Artemisia cana

USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit
Soil needs: average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

In this country this 2-4' Great Plains native is considered an important animal browse; in Britain it's considered a fine ornamental for its lovely silver foliage. S/M-D/GDr

By: Forestfarm

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Gardening facts about Artemisia cana plant

How to Grow Artemisia cana

Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- average
- lean
- well-drained
- rocky
- gritty

Features

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