Mugwort
Mugwort: Sowing, planting and harvest calendar
The name artemisia covers several plants in the genus Artemisia, within the daisy family, Asteraceae. This profile presents their diversity, because the genus name alone does not identify a species. Some artemisias are annuals, others herbaceous perennials, and some have a woody base. Their size, outline and retention of foliage therefore vary considerably. A species or cultivar named on a label provides a more reliable reference than an isolated common name.Aromatic foliage is one of the group's main attractions. The leaves are often divided and their texture can be fine, almost feathery, or composed of broader lobes. Depending on the plant, they range from deep green to silvery grey. Grey forms create gentle contrasts with other foliage and with garden flowers. The scent released when leaves are crushed also differs from one species to another.Common mugwort, Artemisia vulgaris, is an upright perennial that develops through rhizomes. Its deeply lobed leaves…
