Scabland Sagebrush (Artemisia Rigida) is a perennial shrub in the Asteraceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires drought-tolerant watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 4-8. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Artemisia rigida is a pungently aromatic, deciduous shrub known commonly as scabland sagebrush or stiff sagebrush, native to certain dry habitats in North America.

Scabland Sagebrush

Scabland Sagebrush

Artemisia Rigida

Artemisia rigida is a pungently aromatic, deciduous shrub known commonly as scabland sagebrush or stiff sagebrush, native to certain dry habitats in North America.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
drought-tolerant
Light
Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
4-8

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

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

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Scabland Sagebrush

Jan
Prune
Feb
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