California Mugwort

California Mugwort (Artemisia douglasiana) is a perennial shrub native to California and found throughout the West Coast of the United States. Plants have low water and fertility requirements and can be used to prevent erosion on hillsides. The bitter leaves can be used for tea, and the plant has folkloric uses to aid dreaming.

Easy to establish; mature plants can be propagated through root divisions. Plants can reach approximately 4-6 feet tall when cared for appropriately.

Harvestable foliage 70-90 days from seed when established in ideal conditions. Plants are perennial and has a fair degree of cold hardiness and can be established in zones 6 and above.

Seeds are certified organic.

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California Mugwort (Artemisia douglasiana) is a perennial shrub native to California and found throughout the West Coast of the United States. Plants have low water and fertility requirements and can be used to prevent erosion on hillsides. The plant has folkloric uses to aid dreaming.

Easy to establish; mature plants can be propagated through root divisions. Plants can reach approximately 4-6 feet tall when cared for appropriately.

Harvestable foliage 70-90 days from seed when established in ideal conditions. Plants are perennial and has a fair degree of cold hardiness and can be established in zones 6 and above.

Seeds are certified organic.

Common Name:
California Mugwort
Scientific Name:
Artemisia douglasiana
Description:
A California/West Coast native shrub. Bitter green leaves turn silvery gray when dried.
Plant Lifespan:
Perennial
Cold Hardiness (F):
Zone 9b (25 to 30)
Light Requirements:
Full Sun (min. 6 hours a day)/Part Shade
Seed In:
Early Spring
Seeding Depth:
Surface
Days to Sprout:
5-7
Optimal Soil Temperature (F):
65-80
Plant Spacing:
3-4 ft.
Average Days from Seed to Harvest:
90+

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