Artemisia ludoviciana ‘Silver King’
Silver King Artemisia |
USDA Zone: 2-9 |
Plant number: 1.075.030
This variety spreads to form a large patch, and is excellent as a fast-growing groundcover on steep sunny slopes and similar places. Plants form a bushy, upright patch of fragrant silvery leaves, bearing loose sprays of grey flowers in midsummer. Nice for cutting, and using in dried arrangements: simply hang bunches upside-down in a warm dark room. A little aggressive for the average perennial border, this may be contained with plastic edging, or simply grown in a large pot or tub. Drought tolerant, once established. Pruning hard after flowering will rejuvenate the foliage.
Further details for
Artemisia ludoviciana ‘Silver King’
Optimal Growing Conditions
Sun Exposure Full Sun or Partial Shade
Soil Type Normal or Sandy or Clay
Soil pH Neutral or Alkaline or Acid
Soil Moisture Dry
Care Level Easy
Appearance and Characteristics
Flower Colour White
Blooming Time Mid Summer Late Summer
Foliage Color Silver
Plant Uses & Characteristics Accent: Good Texture/Form Border Containers Cut Flower Deer Resistant Dried Flower Drought Tolerant Rabbit Resistant Fragrant Ground Cover Massed
Flower Head Size Very Small
Height 75-90 cm 29-35 inches
Spread 60-75 cm 23-29 inches
Foot Traffic None
Growth Rate Fast
Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.
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