Artemisia hybrid Powis Castle, also known as Wormwood, is a low-maintenance, evergreen perennial plant that produces fragrant, silver-gray foliage. Native to southern Europe and Asia, it is widely used in landscaping and gardening due to its unique texture and beautiful color. It is named after Powis Castle, a medieval fortress in Wales where it was first discovered.
Product Characteristics:• Height: 60-90 cm (24-36 in)
• Spread: 60-90 cm (24-36 in)
• Flower color: Insignificant
• Flowering period: Late summer to fall
• Foliage: Silver-gray, fragrant
• Sunlight requirements: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil requirements: Well-draining, dry to medium soil
• Hardiness Zone: 5
Uses:Artemisia hybrid Powis Castle is a great plant for adding texture and contrast to any garden or landscape. It is widely used in borders, rock gardens, and as a ground cover. Its unique texture and color also make it a popular choice for container gardening.
Benefits:This perennial plant is extremely hardy and drought tolerant, making it a great option for hot and dry regions. It also repels insects and is resistant to most diseases.
Companion Plants:
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Agastache rugosa Golden Jubilee : This perennial features fragrant, lavender-blue flowers that would complement the silvery-gray foliage of the Artemisia hybrid Powis Castle. Its fine, green foliage also provides a nice contrast with the Wormwood's silver leaves.
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Calamagrostis x acutiflora (Feather Reed Grass): This ornamental grass features feathery, upright plumes that would provide a stunning contrast with the low-growing, mounding form of the Artemisia. Its vertical habit also provides a nice vertical accent in the garden.
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Nepeta racemosa 'Walker's Low' (Catmint): This low-growing, spreading perennial features fragrant, lavender-blue flowers that would look stunning planted alongside the silver-gray foliage of the Artemisia. Its fine texture also complements the fine texture of the Wormwood.
Care Instructions:Artemisia hybrid Powis Castle requires full sun to partial shade and well-draining, dry to medium soil. Water regularly during the first growing season to establish the plant, and then reduce watering as it becomes established. Prune back in early spring to maintain its shape and promote new growth.
Final Thoughts:Artemisia hybrid Powis Castle is a beautiful and low-maintenance plant that is perfect for any garden or landscape in need of texture and contrast. Its unique color and texture make it a great addition to any planting scheme, and its hardiness and disease resistance make it an ideal choice for hot and dry regions.
