Artemisia ludoviciana 'Silver Queen'
Western Mugwort
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Western Mugwort (Artemisia ludoviciana 'Silver Queen') - Description
Artemisia ludoviciana, syn. A. palmeri, A. purshiana, is a species in the genus Artemisia of the family Asteraceae, known by several common names, including silver wormwood, western mugwort, Louisiana wormwood, white sagebrush, and gray sagewort. It is native to North America where it is widespread coast to coast, but many subspecies are found only in the western United States.
Western Mugwort (Artemisia ludoviciana 'Silver Queen') - Blooming
Blooms are insignificant.
Western Mugwort (Artemisia ludoviciana 'Silver Queen') - Growth
Plants in this genus grow as woody perennials. Grows best in full sun. Leaves are aromatic.Grow Artemisia in a rock garden or border. Some species work well in a herb garden, because they are of culinary value.
Western Mugwort (Artemisia ludoviciana 'Silver Queen') - Planting
Take cuttings to propagate. Dividing the plants in spring or fall to produce more plants. Additionally, the plants can be propagated via rooting cuttings.
Western Mugwort (Artemisia ludoviciana 'Silver Queen') - Pest
Common issues include stem disease, fungal leaf disease, rusts, white rust, downy mildew, and powdery mildew.
Western Mugwort (Artemisia ludoviciana 'Silver Queen') - Interesting facts
Most species in this genus are known for their foliage rather than their flowers. They have interesting leaf patterns and silvery gray or white aromatic foliage. Artemisia absinthium is made famous for its use in the production of absinthe.
Western Mugwort (Artemisia ludoviciana 'Silver Queen') - Soil and irrigation
All species of Wormwood require good drainage. Plants will dieback if grown in heavy soils with poor drainage.
