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Botanical Interests Artemisia Fringed Sage Seeds
Product Description
Perennial in USDA zones 3-7. This soft, fragrant native provides a shimmery silver canvas to complement other brightly colored flowers in sunny gardens. Its thin silver-gray leaves have a pleasant herb scent and may remain semi-evergreen in mild climates. A water-wise plant, it is very drought tolerant and ideal for xeric landscapes. Its average height is 8" to 12", but may reach 24' in ideal conditions. It gets small 1/4" yellow flowers in summer that may be left on the plant or removed for aesthetic purpose. A host plant for butterflies and food source for small wildlife, this native plant had many uses for the Native Americans. Also called, sweet sage, pasture sage, fringed sagewort, and northern wormwood.
When to plant outside: 1 to 2 weeks after last frost.
When to start inside: 6-8 weeks before last spring frost.
Special Germination Instructions: Germination may improve if seed receives a cold treatment (either from cool weather outdoors or by refrigerating). Seedlings generally emerge in 7 to 14 days. But, if sowing indoors and germination has not occurred after 3 weeks, place the container in the refrigerator at 25-40 degrees F for an additional 2 to 4 weeks, then place back in a warm location.
WHAT IS A NATIVE?
Native North American plants are indigenous plants that evolved naturally in their ecosystem without introduction. They often tolerate greater swings in water availability, have deep root systems that prevent water runoff and soil erosion and require little or no fertilizer or pest control. They also provide food for butterflies, insects, birds, and other valuable pollinators.
BOTANIC GARDENS SERIES
Plant species are constantly being lost throughout the world as a result of habitat loss, climate change, pollution, insect and disease problems, and even over-collection. Botanical Interests is very pleased to be working with botanic gardens throughout the U.S. to protect species that are rare and endangered or may become so if not maintained. As gardeners we can feel good about adding these attractive, adaptable treasures to our gardens. By planting them, we become responsible stewards of the environment and give a gift back to nature.
When to plant outside: 1 to 2 weeks after last frost.
When to start inside: 6-8 weeks before last spring frost.
Special Germination Instructions: Germination may improve if seed receives a cold treatment (either from cool weather outdoors or by refrigerating). Seedlings generally emerge in 7 to 14 days. But, if sowing indoors and germination has not occurred after 3 weeks, place the container in the refrigerator at 25-40 degrees F for an additional 2 to 4 weeks, then place back in a warm location.
WHAT IS A NATIVE?
Native North American plants are indigenous plants that evolved naturally in their ecosystem without introduction. They often tolerate greater swings in water availability, have deep root systems that prevent water runoff and soil erosion and require little or no fertilizer or pest control. They also provide food for butterflies, insects, birds, and other valuable pollinators.
BOTANIC GARDENS SERIES
Plant species are constantly being lost throughout the world as a result of habitat loss, climate change, pollution, insect and disease problems, and even over-collection. Botanical Interests is very pleased to be working with botanic gardens throughout the U.S. to protect species that are rare and endangered or may become so if not maintained. As gardeners we can feel good about adding these attractive, adaptable treasures to our gardens. By planting them, we become responsible stewards of the environment and give a gift back to nature.