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Common Wormwood, Absinth

Artemisia Absinthium

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Overview

Artemisia absinthium, commonly known as Common Wormwood or Absinth, is a herbaceous, perennial plant with silvery-green, finely divided leaves and small, yellowish flower heads. This drought-tolerant species grows 2-4 feet in height and spreads 2-3 feet wide. Renowned for its use in absinthe, it thrives in full sun and well-drained soils. Its aromatic foliage is also known to repel pests, making it a practical choice for garden borders.

Sun FullWater Low, Very LowZones 3–9Climate Temperate
Common Wormwood, Absinth (Artemisia Absinthium) — Its aromatic foliage is also known to repel pests, making it a practical choice for garden borders

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Low, Very Low
USDA zones
3–9

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Asteraceae
Climate
Temperate

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Common Wormwood, Absinth (Artemisia Absinthium) — perennial for full
Common Wormwood, Absinth (Artemisia Absinthium) — and its practical applications in an eco-conscious garden space
Common Wormwood, Absinth (Artemisia Absinthium) — its silver-hued leaves harmonizing amid a variety of greens
Common Wormwood, Absinth (Artemisia Absinthium) — consider its utility as a textural contrast to other garden plants
Common Wormwood, Absinth (Artemisia Absinthium) — perennial plant with silvery-green; albeit not overtly ornamental
Common Wormwood, Absinth (Artemisia Absinthium) — This drought-tolerant species grows 2-4 feet in height and spreads 2-3 feet wide; artemisia absinthium is a
Common Wormwood, Absinth (Artemisia Absinthium) — Renowned for its use in absinthe, it thrives in full sun and well-drained soils; its silver-hued leaves
Common Wormwood, Absinth (Artemisia Absinthium) — is a perennial herb known for its distinctive silvery-gray foliage and inherent resilience; requiring minimal
Common Wormwood, Absinth (Artemisia Absinthium) — widely recognized as Common Wormwood or Absinthe Wormwood; ripple through the garden when stirred by the
Common Wormwood, Absinth (Artemisia Absinthium) — Its aromatic foliage is also known to repel pests, making it a practical choice for garden borders, image 32
Common Wormwood, Absinth (Artemisia Absinthium) — This species typically reaches heights of 2 to 3 feet with a similar spread; and its practical applications
Common Wormwood, Absinth (Artemisia Absinthium) — yellowish-green flowers arranged in nodding clusters on its branched stems; invigorating the landscape with
Common Wormwood, Absinth (Artemisia Absinthium) — offering a tactile as well as a visual appeal; widely recognized as Common Wormwood or Absinthe Wormwood
Common Wormwood, Absinth (Artemisia Absinthium) — preferring full sun exposure to develop its best leaf coloration and overall health, image 41
Common Wormwood, Absinth (Artemisia Absinthium) — The plant demands well-drained soil and is particularly tolerant of dry; it provides a natural pest repellent
Common Wormwood, Absinth (Artemisia Absinthium) — invigorating the landscape with gentle movement.<br><br>Wormwood thrives in USDA hardiness zones 4 to 9; is a
Common Wormwood, Absinth (Artemisia Absinthium) — ripple through the garden when stirred by the breeze; perennial for full
Common Wormwood, Absinth (Artemisia Absinthium) — albeit not overtly ornamental; occasional pruning can be employed to maintain its compact shape and encourage
Common Wormwood, Absinth (Artemisia Absinthium) — making it fitting for xeriscaping or areas with low water availability; commonly known as Common Wormwood or
Common Wormwood, Absinth (Artemisia Absinthium) — Artemisia absinthium is a low-care specimen; the plant demands well-drained soil and is particularly tolerant
Common Wormwood, Absinth (Artemisia Absinthium) — requiring minimal attention once successfully situated; adding another layer of utility to its already
Common Wormwood, Absinth (Artemisia Absinthium) — it's well-adapted to withstand some cold and drought once established.<br><br>From a maintenance, image 44
Common Wormwood, Absinth (Artemisia Absinthium) — Occasional pruning can be employed to maintain its compact shape and encourage vigorous growth; perennial
Common Wormwood, Absinth (Artemisia Absinthium) — it provides a natural pest repellent quality; offering a tactile as well as a visual appeal

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