Western Mugwort

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Beautiful broad-leaved foliage, cool accent for perennial, fragrance or herb gardens. Attractive with flowering plants in shades of blue, pink and red. Cut the aromatic leaves for fresh or dried arrangements or crafts. Thin plants in spring to control spread.

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Details

Common name

Western Mugwort

Botanical name

Artemisia ludoviciana

Variety

Valerie Finnis

Zone

USDA 5 - 10

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Bloom time

summer-fall

Light

sun

Height

18-24" (46-61 cm)

Habit

upright

Water

weekly during dry spells

Feed

use all-purpose

Maintenance

remove spent blooms