Southernwood (Artemisia Abrotanum) is a perennial shrub in the Asteraceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 4-8. This plant is safe for cats and dogs. It can be grown indoors.

A perennial sub-shrub with aromatic, ferny, light green leaves and small yellowish-white flowers, native to southern Europe and widely cultivated.

Southernwood

Southernwood

Artemisia Abrotanum

A perennial sub-shrub with aromatic, ferny, light green leaves and small yellowish-white flowers, native to southern Europe and widely cultivated.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Low
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
4-8

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy, clay
Indoor:Yes
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:fragrance, groundcover, border plant, moth repellent

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Southernwood

Jan
Prune
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Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Asteraceae
Genus:Artemisia