Species Siberian Wormwood
green foliage

Siberian Wormwood

Artemisia laciniata subsp. laciniata

Siberian Wormwood (Artemisia laciniata subsp. laciniata) is an aromatic and feather-like perennial shrub native to the mountains of Siberia. Ideal for sunny, dry areas, its fine, feathery, grey-green, and white foliage is highly ornamental and is an ideal choice for containers or borders. At maturity, it can reach up to four feet in height and three feet in width, and its tiny yellow flowers will bloom in the summer months. A hardy plant that is resistant to drought and heat, Siberian Wormwood can be grown in a range of soil types. Though ‘Siberian Silver’ is the most common variety, you can find varieties in pink, blue and purple foliage, depending on your climate.

Watering:

Minimal

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.

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