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Artemisia vulgaris 'Janlim' (Oriental Limelight)

Family Compositae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   3a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 60 - 90 cm (2 - 3 ft)
Spread 0.5 - 1.8 m (1.5 - 6 ft)
Light full sun to shade
Soil Moisture average to moist, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The herbaceous perennial Artemisia vulgaris 'Janlim' (Oriental Limelight) (variegated wormwood) bears white and fragrant flowers during mid summer. The showy matte foliage is variegated and bi-coloured, greyish green and faded yellow in colour, medium in texture, fragrant and semi-evergreen. Artemisia vulgaris 'Janlim' (Oriental Limelight) (variegated wormwood) has stems that are aromatic. A specimen plant, Artemisia vulgaris 'Janlim' (Oriental Limelight) (variegated wormwood) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Accent, bedding plant, border, container and specimen.
Special Characteristics This plant has a natural ability to resist deer and rabbits, and it is tolerant of compacted soil and pollution.
Cautions Artemisia vulgaris 'Janlim' (Oriental Limelight) (variegated wormwood) can be an irritant to your skin, eyes, nose or throat. When planning your garden, take into consideration that Artemisia vulgaris 'Janlim' (Oriental Limelight) (variegated wormwood) grows at a fast rate and will fill its designated space quickly. Where conditions are favourable, Artemisia vulgaris 'Janlim' (Oriental Limelight) (variegated wormwood) can be invasive and may require maintenance to keep it under control. This plant is self-sowing and may spread broadly and randomly.