Artemisia ‘Powis Castle’ (‘Powis Castle’ Sage)

Mature Height: 2-3’

Mature Spread: 2-3’

Hardy To: 8,500’

Water: Low

Exposure: Sun

Flower Color: Silvery Blue-Green

Flower Season: Late Summer to Early Fall Resistant To: Deer

Description: The Powis Castle Sage is a semi-evergreen shrub na- tive to the northern hemisphere. Its soft ferny leaves create beau- tifully distinct dome-like mounds, and it is valued for its aromatic leaves, delightful texture and vigorous growth. The gorgeous, feathery, silver-blue-green foliage makes it a star in any garden, and it is ideal for separating colors and providing contrast within your landscape. It is a perfect companion plant to other flowering perennials and ornamental grasses. Throughout the summer and into early fall, modest yellow flowers begin to emerge.

Care: Can cut back in the spring to control size; however, be sure not to cut into old wood. Find where the buds start and do not cut below that point. If it flowers, then the buds should be snipped

off before they open to preserve the appearance and shape of the plant. Proper pruning keeps it looking its best.

Fun Fact: Excellent addition to floral arrangements and dried flow- er bouquets. Its soft ferny leaves are ideally suited for fresh herbal wreaths or potpourri.