California Sagebrush (Artemisia Californica) 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 8-11. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Artemisia californica is an aromatic, drought-deciduous shrub native to California and Baja California, known for its finely divided, silvery leaves and strong sage fragrance.

California Sagebrush

California Sagebrush

Artemisia Californica

Artemisia californica is an aromatic, drought-deciduous shrub native to California and Baja California, known for its finely divided, silvery leaves and strong sage fragrance.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Low
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
8-11

Safety

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Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
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Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy, rocky
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, erosion control, habitat plant

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for California Sagebrush

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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.

Humidity Trick

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Growth Hack

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Taxonomy

Family:Asteraceae
Genus:Artemisia