Southernwood

Artemisia Abrotanum

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Overview

Southernwood (Artemisia abrotanum) is a fragrant, semi-woody perennial, thriving in zones 4-8. It features feathery, silver-green foliage reaching up to 3-4 feet tall with a spread of 2-3 feet. This sun-loving herb appreciates well-drained soil, offering drought tolerance once established. Its aromatic leaves deter pests, making it a practical choice for mixed borders. Prune in spring to maintain shape and encourage dense growth.

Sun Full, HalfWater LowZones 3–9Climate Temperate

Southernwood (Artemisia Abrotanum) — Southernwood (Artemisia abrotanum) is a fragrant, semi-woody perennial, thriving in zones 4-8

Southernwood (Artemisia Abrotanum) — Southernwood (Artemisia abrotanum) is a fragrant, semi-woody perennial, thriving in zones 4-8

Southernwood (Artemisia Abrotanum) — It features feathery, silver-green foliage reaching up to 3-4 feet tall with a spread of 2-3 feet

Southernwood (Artemisia Abrotanum) — This sun-loving herb appreciates well-drained soil, offering drought tolerance once established

Southernwood (Artemisia Abrotanum) — botanically known as Artemisia abrotanum

Southernwood (Artemisia Abrotanum) — Prune in spring to maintain shape and encourage dense growth

Southernwood (Artemisia Abrotanum) — originating from the Asteraceae family

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Low
USDA zones: 3–9

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Asteraceae
Climate: Temperate

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Southernwood (Artemisia Abrotanum) — Its aromatic leaves deter pests, making it a practical choice for mixed borders

Southernwood (Artemisia Abrotanum) — Southernwood (Artemisia abrotanum) is a fragrant, semi-woody perennial, thriving in zones 4-8

Southernwood (Artemisia Abrotanum) — It features feathery, silver-green foliage reaching up to 3-4 feet tall with a spread of 2-3 feet

Southernwood (Artemisia Abrotanum) — This sun-loving herb appreciates well-drained soil, offering drought tolerance once established

Southernwood (Artemisia Abrotanum) — botanically known as Artemisia abrotanum

Southernwood (Artemisia Abrotanum) — Prune in spring to maintain shape and encourage dense growth

Southernwood (Artemisia Abrotanum) — originating from the Asteraceae family

Southernwood (Artemisia Abrotanum) — is renowned for its aromatic leaves

Southernwood (Artemisia Abrotanum) — contributing an olfactory dimension to the garden.<br><br>Ideally suited for USDA hardiness zones 5 through 8

Southernwood (Artemisia Abrotanum) — which release a lemony fragrance when brushed or crushed

Southernwood (Artemisia Abrotanum) — Southernwood thrives in full sun and well-draining soil

Southernwood (Artemisia Abrotanum) — It exhibits a robust growth habit

Southernwood (Artemisia Abrotanum) — Southernwood possesses historical uses in traditional herbalism

Southernwood (Artemisia Abrotanum) — typically reaching heights of 3 to 4 feet with a spread of about the same

Southernwood (Artemisia Abrotanum) — but its inconspicuous yellowish flowers

Southernwood (Artemisia Abrotanum) — which bloom in late summer

Southernwood (Artemisia Abrotanum) — are often overlooked in comparison to its rich foliage.<br><br>Maintenance for Southernwood is minimal

Southernwood (Artemisia Abrotanum) — gray-green leaves are persistent throughout the growing season

Southernwood (Artemisia Abrotanum) — though today it's primarily ornamental

Southernwood (Artemisia Abrotanum) — It benefits from annual pruning in early spring to maintain shape and encourage healthy new growth

Southernwood (Artemisia Abrotanum) — Artemisia abrotanum is an excellent choice for adding texture and fragrance to your client's outdoor sanctuary

Southernwood (Artemisia Abrotanum) — Providing an elegant yet hardy solution

Southernwood (Artemisia Abrotanum) — herb / perennial for full or half

Southernwood (Artemisia Abrotanum) — Southernwood (Artemisia abrotanum) is a fragrant, semi-woody perennial, thriving in zones 4-8; its aromatic leaves deter

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