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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 3–9Type Herb, PerennialClimate Temperate
Southernwood (Artemisia Abrotanum) — This sun-loving herb appreciates well-drained soil, offering drought tolerance once established

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low
USDA zones
3–9

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Herb, Perennial
Family
Asteraceae
Climate
Temperate

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Southernwood (Artemisia Abrotanum) — typically reaching heights of 3 to 4 feet with a spread of about the same
Southernwood (Artemisia Abrotanum) — Southernwood (Artemisia abrotanum) is a fragrant, semi-woody perennial, thriving in zones 4-8; its aromatic leaves deter
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 (Artemisia abrotanum) is a fragrant, semi-woody perennial, thriving in zones 4-8
Southernwood (Artemisia Abrotanum) — is renowned for its aromatic leaves
Southernwood (Artemisia Abrotanum) — It exhibits a robust growth habit, image 35
Southernwood (Artemisia Abrotanum) — Its aromatic leaves deter pests, making it a practical choice for mixed borders; it features feathery, silver-green
Southernwood (Artemisia Abrotanum) — This sun-loving herb appreciates well-drained soil, offering drought tolerance once established; which bloom in late summer
Southernwood (Artemisia Abrotanum) — Southernwood thrives in full sun and well-draining soil
Southernwood (Artemisia Abrotanum) — though today it's primarily ornamental
Artemisia Abrotanum
Artemisia Abrotanum
Artemisia Abrotanum
Artemisia Abrotanum
Artemisia Abrotanum
Artemisia Abrotanum
Artemisia Abrotanum
Artemisia Abrotanum
Artemisia Abrotanum
Artemisia Abrotanum
Artemisia Abrotanum
Artemisia Abrotanum
Artemisia Abrotanum
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