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Artemisia 'Powis Castle'

Powis Castle Artemisia

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Information by: Native Sons        Photographer: Linda Engstrom

 

Description

This mounding shrub reaches 3 ft. high and up to 5ft. wide with fine silver foliage. It does well in coastal areas as well as inland warm areas. It rarely blooms but is used for its beautiful foliage. It is striking next to perennials with bright colors. This shrub prefers full sun and well draining soil. It is drought tolerant once it's established.

 

Plant Type

Shrub, Perennial

Height Range

1-3'

Flower Color

n/a

Flower Season

n/a

Leaf Color

Grey Green, Silver

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Very Low, Low

Growth Rate

Fast, Moderate

Soil Type

Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Poor, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Ranch, Seascape, Spanish, Wild Garden

Accenting Features

Unusual Foliage

Seasonal Interest

Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall

Location Uses

Perennial Border, Shrub Border, Parking Strip, With Rocks

Special Uses

Cascade, Container, Erosion Control, Mass Planting

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Replace turf with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs. If you have areas where no one uses the grass, patches that do not grow well, or a turf area too small to water without runoff, consider replacing the turf with water-efficient landscaping.