Silver Mound Artemisia

Artemisia schmidtiana 'Silver Mound'

Pronunciation: ar-te-MIZ-ee-uh shmit-ee-AH-nuh
SKU #00101
3-9

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LIGHT: Full sun
WATER: Allow soil to dry slightly before watering.
SIZE: Quickly reaches 6 to 12 in. tall, 12 to 18 in. wide.

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This Plant's Growing Zones: 3-9

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Description Silvery, aromatic foliage is finely textured with silky pubescence. An excellent accent for borders, herb and cottage gardens. Stunning when planted en masse, where it will provide a wonderful contrast to plants with green foliage or vibrant flowers. Thrives in cool summer areas. Non-invasive. An herbaceous perennial.
Bloom Time Inconspicuous; prized for foliage.
Deciduous/Evergreen Herbaceous
Special Features Dramatic Foliage Color, Waterwise, Fast Growing
Problems/Solutions Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant
Growth Rate Fast
Landscape Use Border, Ground Cover, Edging
Foliage Color Silver-green
Companion Plants Thrift (Armeria); Salvia (Salvia); California Buckwheat (Eriogonum); Phlox (Phlox); Coneflower (Echinacea)
Care Instructions Requires average, very well-drained soils; avoid extremely lean, heavily fertilized, or soggy soils. Water regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Do not overwater; allow the top few inches of soil to dry slightly between intervals. Prune back in late spring to rejuvenate and promote dense growth.
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DescriptionSilvery, aromatic foliage is finely textured with silky pubescence. An excellent accent for borders, herb and cottage gardens. Stunning when planted en masse, where it will provide a wonderful contrast to plants with green foliage or vibrant flowers. Thrives in cool summer areas. Non-invasive. An herbaceous perennial.
Bloom TimeInconspicuous; prized for foliage.
Deciduous/EvergreenHerbaceous
Special FeaturesDramatic Foliage Color, Waterwise, Fast Growing
Problems/SolutionsDeer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant
Growth RateFast
Style
Landscape UseBorder, Ground Cover, Edging
Foliage ColorSilver-green
Companion PlantsThrift (Armeria); Salvia (Salvia); California Buckwheat (Eriogonum); Phlox (Phlox); Coneflower (Echinacea)
Care
Care InstructionsRequires average, very well-drained soils; avoid extremely lean, heavily fertilized, or soggy soils. Water regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Do not overwater; allow the top few inches of soil to dry slightly between intervals. Prune back in late spring to rejuvenate and promote dense growth.

Frequently asked questions

Does Silver Mound Artemisia produce flowers?
Inconspicuous; prized for foliage.
Is Silver Mound Artemisia evergreen or deciduous?
Silver Mound Artemisia is Herbaceous.
What are the special features of Silver Mound Artemisia?
Silver Mound Artemisia is Dramatic Foliage Color, Waterwise, Fast Growing.
Is Silver Mound Artemisia resistant to pests or animals?
Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant
How fast does Silver Mound Artemisia grow?
Silver Mound Artemisia has a Fast growth rate.
Where can I use Silver Mound Artemisia in my landscape?
Silver Mound Artemisia is suitable for: Border, Ground Cover, Edging.
What color is the foliage of Silver Mound Artemisia?
Silver Mound Artemisia has Silver-green foliage.
What plants grow well with Silver Mound Artemisia?
Good companion plants for Silver Mound Artemisia include: Thrift (Armeria); Salvia (Salvia); California Buckwheat (Eriogonum); Phlox (Phlox); Coneflower (Echinacea).
How do I care for Silver Mound Artemisia?
Requires average, very well-drained soils; avoid extremely lean, heavily fertilized, or soggy soils. Water regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Do not overwater; allow the top few inches of soil to dry slightly between intervals. Prune back in late spring to rejuvenate and promote dense growth.

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