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Mugwort

Artemisia Douglasiana

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Overview

Mugwort (Artemisia douglasiana) is a resilient perennial herb flourishing in U.S. hardiness zones 6-10. Featuring a height of 4-5 feet and width up to 2-3 feet, this aromatic foliage herb exhibits a silver-green hue. Ideal for borders, it necessitates full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. With modest water demands, mugwort is also reputed for its insect-repellent attributes, enhancing both aesthetic and functional aspects of garden designs.

Sun FullWater Low, Very LowZones 3–9Type PerennialClimate Temperate

Mugwort (Artemisia Douglasiana) — Mugwort (Artemisia douglasiana) is a resilient perennial herb flourishing in U.S

Culture

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

Shape & size

Classification

Type: Perennial
Family: Asteraceae
Climate: Temperate

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Mugwort (Artemisia Douglasiana) — predominantly found along stream banks and in moist areas; boasts an impressive height typically ranging from 3 to 6 feet

Mugwort (Artemisia Douglasiana) — thriving in USDA Hardiness Zones 3 through 9; mugwort is valued for its hardiness and adaptability

Mugwort (Artemisia Douglasiana) — dark green leaves that span about 2 to 4 inches in length; mugwort (Artemisia douglasiana) is a resilient, image 76

Mugwort (Artemisia Douglasiana) — this aromatic foliage herb exhibits a silver-green hue; become invasive if not managed properly, image 69

Mugwort (Artemisia Douglasiana) — perennial for full; requiring only occasional trimming to keep the plant in check and to encourage a bushier, image 66

Mugwort (Artemisia Douglasiana) — These flowers are generally light yellow to reddish-brown; thriving in USDA Hardiness Zones 3 through 9, image 56

Mugwort (Artemisia Douglasiana) — this aromatic foliage herb exhibits a silver-green hue; become invasive if not managed properly, image 91

Mugwort (Artemisia Douglasiana) — adding a subtle hint of color to the green tapestry of the garden.<br><br>For landscape architects; perennial for full

Mugwort (Artemisia Douglasiana) — Given its robust root system, Mugwort can be an ideal choice for erosion control; mugwort is also reputed for its, image 61

Mugwort (Artemisia Douglasiana) — Given its robust root system, Mugwort can be an ideal choice for erosion control

Mugwort (Artemisia Douglasiana) — thriving in USDA Hardiness Zones 3 through 9; mugwort is valued for its hardiness and adaptability, image 81

Mugwort (Artemisia Douglasiana) — Given its robust root system, Mugwort can be an ideal choice for erosion control; mugwort is also reputed for its

Mugwort (Artemisia Douglasiana) — this aromatic foliage herb exhibits a silver-green hue

Mugwort (Artemisia Douglasiana) — Mugwort is valued for its hardiness and adaptability

Mugwort (Artemisia Douglasiana) — With modest water demands; dark green leaves that span about 2 to 4 inches in length

Mugwort (Artemisia Douglasiana) — Ideal for borders, it necessitates full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil; this aromatic foliage herb exhibits a

Mugwort (Artemisia Douglasiana) — predominantly found along stream banks and in moist areas; boasts an impressive height typically ranging from 3, image 74

Mugwort (Artemisia Douglasiana) — requiring only occasional trimming to keep the plant in check and to encourage a bushier growth habit; white, image 63

Mugwort (Artemisia Douglasiana) — predominantly found along stream banks and in moist areas

Mugwort (Artemisia Douglasiana) — inconspicuous flower clusters that are less notable than its lush foliage

Mugwort (Artemisia Douglasiana) — Ideal for borders, it necessitates full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil

Mugwort (Artemisia Douglasiana) — white flowers in the garden

Mugwort (Artemisia Douglasiana) — Featuring a height of 4-5 feet and width up to 2-3 feet

Mugwort (Artemisia Douglasiana) — Mugwort is valued for its hardiness and adaptability; enhancing both aesthetic and functional aspects of garden, image 58

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