Beach wormwood (Artemisia pycnocephala)

Beach wormwood

Also known as: Coastal Sagebrush, Coastal sagewort

Beach wormwood (Artemisia pycnocephala) is an evergreen perennial plant whose fragrant flowers attract butterflies, bees and other pollinators. It has silky gray, dense foliage. Blooms in spring and summer with fuzzy flower clusters of round yellow blossoms. Birds use the plant for nesting material. Grows in full sun with well-drained soil.

Scientific classification

Species

Beach wormwood (Artemisia pycnocephala)

Asters bellflowers fanflowers and allies

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Perennial

Lifespan

Shrub

Plant Type

Spring, Summer

Bloom Time

50 cm

Plant Height

1 m

Spread

Yellow

Flower Color

Evergreen

Leaf type

Images of Beach wormwood

Culture

Symbolism

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Care Guide for Beach wormwood

Every 2-3 weeks

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

0 - 25 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Water: Originating from coastal areas, beach wormwood is drought-tolerant and thrives in high salinity. Watering should be minimal, every 2-3 weeks, and it prefers full sun and sandy soils, making it ideal for outdoor cultivation with less frequent irrigation than other garden plants.

Fertilize: For beach wormwood, use balanced fertilizers with equal NPK ratios during growth, switching to high nitrogen for foliage. Fertilize quarterly at half-strength, reducing in winter. Water soil before application to prevent root burn, adhering to label instructions enhances beach wormwood's vigor and resilience.

Pruning: Beach wormwood has silver-green leaves and a bushy growth habit, thriving in coastal areas. Annual pruning in winter helps shape the plant, removes dead stems, and improves air circulation. Cutting back one-third of older growth promotes new shoots and enhances visual appeal.

Propagation: Beach wormwood can be propagated using cuttings from a healthy non-flowering shoot, about 10-15 cm (4-6 in) long. Use well-draining sandy soil, plant with leaves above the surface, keep moist without overwatering, and provide indirect sunlight for successful rooting.

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