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Artemisia afra

Family Compositae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   6a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H2 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level medium
Height 60 - 90 cm (2 - 3 ft)
Spread 60 - 90 cm (2 - 3 ft)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH neutral

Description The herbaceous perennial Artemisia afra (mugwort) bears pastel yellow blossoms during late summer to early fall. This plant is clump forming and has aromatic foliage.
Typical Uses Alpine or rock garden, bedding plant and border.
Cautions Artemisia afra (mugwort) is poisonous or toxic so keep this in mind if you have children or pets that could be at risk.