Artemisia stelleriana
hoary mugwort
Flower Color
Description
A low-growing, spreading perennial that will often remain evergreen, but may lose its leaves in very cold winters. The aromatic leaves are lobed and look like pale silvery-grey felt. Small yellow flowers are held above the foliage in summer
Mature Height
0.5m
Mature Spread
1m
Plant Characteristics
Foliage
Evergreen
Growth Habit
Ground Cover
Growth Speed
Slow · 0.1 m/yr
Soil Texture
ChalkLoamSand
Soil pH
AcidAlkalineNeutral
Soil Moisture
Well-drained
Hardiness (RHS)
H7
Hardiness (USDA)
Zones 5-9
Fragrance
Foliage
Flowering Season
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Key Features
FragrantGenerally pest-freeCity and courtyard gardensCottage and informal gardenGravel gardenCoastalGarden edgingFlower borders and bedsGround cover