Artemisia vulgaris

Mugwort

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Aromatic perennial herb with silvery-grey lobed leaves and small flowers. Hardy, drought-tolerant, native to Europe, North Africa, and Asia. Avoid high indoor humidity.
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Plant Details

Common Name Mugwort
Family Asteraceae
Genus Artemisia
Species Vulgaris
Origin Europe / North Africa / Asia
Blooming Small brownish-yellow flowers in summer to autumn
Leaf Color Grey-green / Silvery green
Sunlight Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining sandy or loamy soil, tolerates poor quality substrates.

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Watering

Water regularly when young. Once established, drought tolerant; reduce watering in winter dormancy.

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Sunlight & Care

Requires full sun exposure for optimal growth and essential oil production.

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Fertilization

Low nutrient needs. Apply light organic fertilizer once in spring.

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Pruning

Cut back hard after flowering or in early spring to prevent legginess.

Pest Control Aphid Leafhopper Slug Snail

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 3 months
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agriculture Harvesting Period 2 months
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
5° – 95°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
30% – 70%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
2000 – 35000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
10 – 35
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
20% – 50%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
400 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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