Southernwood

Artemisia abrotanum

Shrub1.2×1 mzone 4–8light shade

Profile

Family: Asteraceae
Habit: Shrub
Height: 1.2 m
Spread: 1 m
Growth: medium
Lifespan: 15 years
First yield: after 1 year
Hardiness: zone 4–8
Shade tolerance: light shade
Soil: Sand, Silt, Loam
Soil moisture: very dry – moist
pH: 5.3 – 8.6
Synonyms: Southernwood, Southern wormwood

suitable for hedgesscented

Flowering & harvest

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Flowering
Leaf harvest

Times apply to the northern hemisphere in a temperate climate and shift with altitude and cultivar.

Uses

Edible2 of 10

Medicinal6 of 10

Other uses5 of 10

Growing

Grow in fertile, well-drained soil in full sun. Prefers neutral to slightly acidic soil. Avoid wet soils to prevent root rot. Propagate by seed, semi-hardwood cuttings in late summer, or division every 3-4 years. Cut back in early spring to maintain robust growth. Established plants tolerate drought and prefer sheltered locations away from extreme winds.

⚠️ Hazards

Toxicity: slightly toxic

This is no substitute for expert identification. When in doubt, do not eat it.

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