Artemisia vulgaris
Mugwort
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Mugwort (Artemisia vulgaris) - Description
Artemisia vulgaris (mugwort or common wormwood) is one of several species in the genus Artemisia commonly known as mugwort, although Artemisia vulgaris is the species most often called mugwort. This species is also occasionally known as felon herb, chrysanthemum weed, wild wormwood, old Uncle Henry, sailor's tobacco, naughty man, old man or St.
Mugwort (Artemisia vulgaris) - Blooming
Blooms are insignificant.
Mugwort (Artemisia vulgaris) - 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.
Mugwort (Artemisia vulgaris) - 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.
Mugwort (Artemisia vulgaris) - Pest
Common issues include stem disease, fungal leaf disease, rusts, white rust, downy mildew, and powdery mildew.
Mugwort (Artemisia vulgaris) - 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.
Mugwort (Artemisia vulgaris) - Soil and irrigation
All species of Wormwood require good drainage. Plants will dieback if grown in heavy soils with poor drainage.
