Artemisia californica
California Sagebrush
Evergreen-Deciduous | Evergreen |
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Overall Mature Size | Medium |
Mature Height & Spread | 3-5' x 4-7' |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Shade |
Water | Low water |
Flower Color | White |
Bloom Time | Summer |
Special Features | Attracts Birds, Butterflies, Deer Resistant, Low Water Use |
Container Sizes | #1, #5 |
Natural Growth Habit | Mounding |
Sunset Garden Zones | 2-24 |
Minimum USDA Hardiness Zone | 7-10 |
Plant Type | Shrub |
Fast-growing evergreen shrub to 3-5′ tall x 4-7′ wide. This upright-growing California native features aromatic finely-cut silvery-grey foliage that thrives in both clay or sandy soils but is sensitive to overwatering. Sun heat and drought tolerant this species is well-suited as a hillside or native garden planting and once established requires little watering. Can defoliate in periods of extreme drought. Flowers are inconspicuous. Full sun to partial shade.