Artemisia vulgaris 'Oriental Limelight' (Artemisia 'Oriental Limelight')

This plant is part of the Aster family and is native to Europe and North Africa, parts of Iran and even Siberia.

Dig a hole large enough for the root ball, loosen the soil at the bottom and mix in compost or well rotted organic material.  Place the plant so that the top of the root ball is level with the soil surface, backfill, firm in carefully around the roots and water in well. This will ensure good soil and root contact, stability in windy conditions and a good start for the plant.

In late spring divide rhizomes, bulbs, corms or take herbaceous stem cuttings.

This plant will grow in most soils but  good drainage is important as the plant is susceptible to root rot in damp or soggy conditions. Water requirements are low to medium and it prefers full sun or partial shade.  

No feeding is required on a reasonably fertile soil but a thin layer of mulch will help retain moisture in the soil.  If it becomes a little woody or spindly cut it back to rejuvinate the plant and create a bushier appearance. Shoot tips can also be removed to encourage a bushier plant.

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Has a self branching, mounding habit

Apply a thin layer of mulch to help retain moisture in the soil during summe dry spells.

Divide rhizomes or take stem cuttings for propogation

Pinch out new shoots to keep the plant bushy.

If the plant appears woody or spindly, cut back to rejuvinate the plant and reshape.