Species Forked Wormwood
light-yellow flowers with green leaves and stems

Forked Wormwood

Artemisia hyperborea

Also Known As - Three-Forked Wormwood
Forked Wormwood (Artemisia hyperborea) is a hardy perennial plant with slender grayish green foliage. It has distinctive two-pronged leaves and small yellow-green flowers. The flowers bloom from July to October, giving off a pleasant herby aroma. It's a great choice for dry, sunny areas and can be an attractive addition to a rock garden or raised bed. The plant has been used traditionally as an herbal remedy and is known to possess some medicinal properties. It is also prized for its attractive foliage and its drought tolerance. With its delicate appearance and attractive textures, Forked Wormwood makes an unusual and eye-catching addition to any garden.

Watering:

Minimal

Propagation:

Division,Cutting,Layering Propagation,Seed Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

Sun:

full sun

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

silver,gray,gray

Growth Rate:

Low

Poisonous To Humans:

Yes

Poisonous To Pets:

Yes

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Invasive:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Forked Wormwood should be watered once every 1-2 weeks, depending on the soil moisture. The soil should be dry to the touch before watering, but not completely dried out. Water should be applied slowly around the base of the plant, avoiding the leaves and stems. If the soil is very sandy, the plant may need to be watered more frequently as it will not hold moisture as well. Overwatering can be an issue, so be aware of this when caring for Forked Wormwood.

sunlight

Forked Wormwood (Artemisia hyperborea) typically enjoys full sunlight 5 to 6 hours a day. It can thrive in a sunny, south-facing location in the garden. It is best to keep the plant in an environment with plenty of fresh, full sunlight. However, it can also tolerate partial shade and some indoor locations, as long as it gets at least 4 to 5 hours of direct sunlight each day. Additionally, the plant does not appreciate too much heat and should be kept in a cooler place in the summer. Direct afternoon sunlight should also be avoided.

pruning

Forked Wormwood should be pruned in late winter or early spring, before the plant begins actively growing again. Trim off any dead or diseased stems, and shape the plant by cutting back its longest branches to encourage bushiness. Thin out the inner branches by cutting them back at their base, leaving no more than 1 third of the stems. Do not prune after mid-summer, as this will limit flowering and prevent the plant from setting seed.