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Sandhill Sage, Coast Sagebrush

Artemisia Pycnocephala

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Overview

Artemisia pycnocephala, commonly known as Sandhill Sage or Coast Sagebrush, is a hardy perennial native to coastal California. Distinguished by its dense, silvery-grey foliage, it typically grows 1-3 feet high and spreads 2-4 feet wide. This drought-tolerant shrub thrives in full sun and well-drained soils, offering erosion control and year-round interest with its aromatic leaves. Ideal for low-water landscapes and coastal gardens, it attracts pollinators while resisting deer.

Sun FullWater Very LowZones 6–10Type Shrub
Sandhill Sage, Coast Sagebrush (Artemisia Pycnocephala) — offering erosion control and year-round interest with its aromatic leaves

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Very Low
USDA zones
6–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Shrub
Family
Asteraceae

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Artemisia Pycnocephala
Artemisia Pycnocephala
Artemisia Pycnocephala
Artemisia Pycnocephala
Artemisia Pycnocephala
Artemisia Pycnocephala
Artemisia Pycnocephala
Artemisia Pycnocephala
Artemisia Pycnocephala
Artemisia Pycnocephala
Artemisia Pycnocephala

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