Artemisia absinthium

Wormwood

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Aromatic perennial with silvery-gray foliage and small yellow flowers. Known for its bitter taste and use in absinthe. Hardy, drought-tolerant herb.
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Plant Details

Common Name Wormwood
Family Asteraceae
Genus Artemisia
Species Absinthium
Origin Europe, Asia
Blooming Summer, small yellow flower heads
Leaf Color Silvery-gray-green
Sunlight Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-drained sandy or loamy soil. Tolerates poor soils. Avoid waterlogging.

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Watering

Drought tolerant once established. Water moderately during establishment, reduce significantly in winter.

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Sunlight & Care

Full sun required for optimal growth and oil production.

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Fertilization

Low nutrient requirement. Apply balanced fertilizer sparingly in spring to avoid reducing aromatic oils.

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Pruning

Cut back hard after flowering to maintain shape and prevent legginess.

Pest Control Aphid Spider Mite Whitefly

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 4 months
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agriculture Harvesting Period 4 months
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
14° – 104°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
20% – 70%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
3000 – 60000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
15 – 200
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
10% – 50%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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