Silver Mound Artemisia is prized for its finely cut, fern-like silver foliage that forms a dense, low mound with excellent uniformity. This classic perennial provides strong contrast and soft texture in sunny landscapes, holding its bright silver color throughout the growing season. Exceptionally drought tolerant once established and reliably deer resistant, it excels as a groundcover or edging plant where clean lines and consistent foliage impact are desired.

Plant Details:
Botanical name: Artemisia schmidtiana ‘Silver Mound’
Common name: Wormwood, Sage, Mugwort
Foliage color: Bright silver
Bloom time: Grown for foliage interest
Foliage texture: Extremely fine, deeply cut, fern-like leaves
Mature size: About 12 in. tall, 18 in. wide
Growth habit: Low, mounded, mat-forming
Sun exposure: Full sun to partial shade
Hardiness zones: 1
Water needs: Dry to average; requires very well-drained soil
Drought tolerant once established
Deer resistant
Salt tolerant
Performs well in urban environments
Suitable for mass planting, border edging, rock and alpine gardens, groundcover use, and general garden planting
Plant type: Perennial