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Silver Mound Artemisia

Artemisia schmidtiana ‘Nana’  • 

Photo: Silver Mound Artemisia

General description

Certainly one of the most popular of foliage perennials, this forms a low cushion of ferny, silvery-grey leaves. In areas with humid summers, Silver Mound benefits from a hard clipping just as the tiny silver ball-like flowers appear, usually in mid to late June. Plants will regrow quickly and remain attractive all season long. Good for hot, dry sites. Nice edging plant, also combines well with other perennials in tubs or mixed containers. Divide every two to three years (in spring or fall) in order to maintain good vigour.

Maintenance

Divide every two to three years (in spring or fall) in order to maintain good vigour.

Practical use

Nice edging plant, also combines well with other perennials in tubs or mixed containers.

Properties

Height
1 - 2 cm
Soil type
Clay, Loam, Sand
Sunlight
Full sun, Partial shade
PH
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Moisture
Well-drained, Moist but well-drained
Hardiness
Hardy