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Saturday, April 13, 2013

Artemesia "Powis Castle" Plant Information

Artemesia "Power Castle"





Native Range: Europe/Asia
Sun/Shade: Prefers full sun
Flowers: None; grown for its silver foliage
Landscape Use: Makes a wide spreading silver accent plant or groundcover.
Has a strong fragrance when brushed up against or crushed.
Container Use: Can make an interesting plant for containers.
Size: About two feet tall with a five foot spread. It roots on the ground and
spreads out from the original plant.
Type: Evergreen
Deer Resistance: Very Deer resistant.
Drought Tolerance: Very drought tolerant but looks best with occasional
watering.
Soil: Not particular about soil as long as it drains well and does not remain
constantly wet. Does well in rocky soil or even better with soil enhancement.
Water: Smart Watering Principle=Water well when first planted then allow to
dry slightly, without wilting, then water deeply again, etc. Do not keep
constantly wet.
Fertilizer: Looks even better with regular fertilization.
Maintenance Tips: Keep it under control by trimming it back in the spring, or
else it will become woody in the interior. Can use a weed-eater or clippers to
cut it back regularly a little at a time. Wait till it is actively growing or about to
grow in the cooler growing season months to cut back severely.
Rating: Moderate rating as a landscape plant.

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