Mugwort (Artemisia dubia)

Mugwort

Mugwort is a unique plant with distinctive silver-gray foliage and aromatic leaves. This perennial herb is known for its culinary use and medicinal properties. Mugwort is a popular choice for herb gardens and its pleasant fragrance attracts bees and butterflies. Its name 'Artemisia' is derived from the Greek goddess Artemis, and 'dubia' refers to its doubtful taxonomic position. With its numerous uses and intriguing name origin, mugwort is truly a fascinating plant worth exploring.

Scientific classification

Species

Mugwort (Artemisia dubia)

Asters bellflowers fanflowers and allies

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Perennial

Lifespan

Green

Leaf Color

1.5 mm to 2 mm

Flower Size

Yellow, Green

Flower Color

Evergreen

Leaf type

5 - 32 ℃

Ideal Temperature

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Care Guide for Mugwort

Every week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

5 - 32 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Water: Seedlings and young plants of mugwort require consistent watering. Once mature, mugwort becomes drought-tolerant and no longer needs additional watering. In rainy or humid areas, ensure good soil drainage to prevent the plant from dying due to soggy conditions.

Fertilize: Mugwort prefers poor soils and doesn't require additional fertilizers. Over-fertilization can lead to unwanted leggy growth. A light application of compost, manure, or organic fertilizers in spring or fall is sufficient to meet its nutrient needs.

Pruning: Mugwort thrives with annual pruning in early to late winter. Remove dead branches and thin crowded areas for better air circulation and sunlight. Pruning enhances growth density, controls height, prevents invasiveness, and improves overall appearance, leading to healthier foliage.

Propagation: Mugwort can be propagated via seeds or cuttings. For cuttings, take 3-4 in (7.5-10 cm) cuttings in late summer, using rooting powder and a sandy medium. Keep it moist; roots will develop in 1-2 weeks. Transplant when roots emerge, spacing at least 15 in (38 cm) apart.

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