Species Tilesius Wormwood
red-yellow flowers with light-green leaves and stems

Tilesius Wormwood

Artemisia tilesii

Also Known As - Aluetian Mugwort,Mountain Sagewort,Mountain Sagewort,Mountain Sagewort,Aluetian Muwort,Mountain Sagewort
Tilesius Wormwood (Artemisia tilesii), indigenous to the Mediterranean region, is an herbaceous perennial with aromatic, grey-green foliage and spires of tiny yellow flowers. The leaves are long and narrow and have a scent reminiscent of peppermint and juniper. Other than an ornamental plant, it is traditionally used for medicinal purposes, as it’s known for its antibiotic and anti-inflammatory properties. It requires well-drained soils and is suited to hot, sunny locations if protected from strong winds. Pruning promotes fresh, new foliage growth. Fully established plants require little if any maintenance, making Tilesius Wormwood a great addition to any low-care garden.

Watering:

Minimal

Propagation:

Seed Propagation,Cutting,Division

Hardiness Zone:

Flowers:

Flowers

Sun:

full sun,part shade

Fruits:

brown,gray,gray Fruits Ready In Fall

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green,gray,gray

Growth Rate:

Low

Poisonous To Humans:

Yes

Poisonous To Pets:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Invasive:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Tilesius Wormwood (Artemisia tilesii) should be watered when the top inch of soil has dried out. It prefers a moderate amount of water and does not need to be watered every day. Water it deeply but make sure not to over-water, as this could lead to root rot. During the active growing season, aim to give your plant between 1-2 inches of water per week. Reduce this amount during the winter months. Additionally, if there is a lot of rainfall during the active growing season, you may have to adjust the watering accordingly.

sunlight

Tilesius Wormwood (Artemisia tilesii) thrives in full sun and requires at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day. This species tends to prefer full sun in the morning, with partial shade in the afternoon. When given sufficient direct sunlight, it will grow vigorously and display its attractive foliage and branches. When temperatures exceed 36°C (97°F), it is beneficial to give this species dappled light or some shade. It can tolerate some short durations of shade, but it is not an ideal species for a deep shade environment.

pruning

Tilesius Wormwood should be pruned in late winter or early spring. Pruning the plant will help to promote a healthy, dense growth habit. The recommended pruning is light to moderate, which can be done by selectively removing any dead or damaged branches and stems. Additionally, pruning will help with providing good air circulation, reduce the risk of disease, and shaped the plant to promote bushier growth. When pruning, it is important not to remove more than 1-third of the existing growth.

Season

Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Harvest Fruit

The harvesting season for Artemisia tilesii (Tilesius Wormwood) typically begins in July and ends in September.

Starts Flowering

Tilesius Wormwood typically starts flowering in June.

Harvest Fruit

The harvesting season for Artemisia tilesii (Tilesius Wormwood) typically begins in July and ends in September.