Artemisia frigida

Also Known As

Prairie Sagebrush

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 6"-18"
W: 12"-24"

planting zones

3a-10b

Artemisia frigida plant details

Artemisia frigida is a broadleaf deciduous perennial 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 alkaline, average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Artemisia frigida

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous blue and white
Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 6 IN - 18 IN - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in summer
Uses: fragrant foliage

GROWING CONDITIONS for Artemisia frigida

USDA Zones: 3a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat
Soil needs: alkaline, average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

From the dry rocky plains of the Great Basin, this wildling is as pretty as it is tough with its finely-cut silver leaves on 6-18" stems. S/M-D/GDr

By: Forestfarm

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Gardening facts about Artemisia frigida plant

How to Grow Artemisia frigida

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

Features

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