Buy western mugwort Artemisia ludoviciana 'Silver Queen'

Artemisia ludoviciana 'Silver Queen'

western mugwort

Prized for its aromatic silvery foliage, which turns greener as it matures, and tiny, brownish-yellow, mimosa-like flowers, which appear in August and September.

Artemisia ludoviciana 'Silver Queen' makes a terrific, low growing and slightly spreading groundcover for a sunny, well-drained Mediterranean border or gravel garden. Drought tolerant once established, it's an excellent foil for white or brightly coloured flowers.

How to care for Artemisia ludoviciana Silver Queen:

This hardy perennial Artemisia thrives in full sun and well-drained, poor soil—rich or heavy conditions can lead to excessive spreading or weak, floppy growth.

In late autumn, cut back last season’s stems to ground level. Pinching out the tips during the growing season helps maintain a neat, upright shape. Avoid heavy feeding, as this encourages legginess and reduces the plant’s natural compact form.

Regular division every few years will help manage its spread and keep the clump vigorous.

Flowering period:

Eventual height:

0.75m

Eventual spread:

0.6m

Position:

Full sun

Rate of growth:

Fast-growing

Soil:

Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil

Hardiness:

Fully hardy

This perennial dies back to below ground level each year in autumn, then fresh new growth appears again in spring.