Artemisia ludoviciana 'Silver King' Artemisia ludoviciana, commonly called white sage or prairie sage, is a wonderful native plant found across North America, from Canada to Mexico. The Silver King variety may also spread like the original species, but it tends to be a bit more reserved. If you’re adding it to borders near other cherished perennials, consider using soil barriers to keep everything in check! It boasts lovely, aromatic leaves that are lance-shaped and covered with soft, woolly white hairs, all sprouting from greenish-white stems. Growing in delightful clumps, it can reach heights of 2 to 3 feet. It charms us each summer with its dense clusters of yellowish-gray flower heads resembling tiny discoids. The plant is named after Artemis, the Greek goddess of the moon, wild animals, and hunting, adding a touch of mythology to its beauty. For optimal growth, white sage loves well-drained soil that ranges from dry to medium moisture, ideally with poor to moderate fertility. It struggles in moist or wet soils and may lean a bit if planted in fertile soil under part shade. This plant can spread quite a bit through its rhizomes and self-seeding, but don’t worry! You can manage its growth by snipping off flower heads. If you're interested in propagating it, division is best done in late summer to early autumn. Height: 2’-3'Spread 2’-3’Bloom: August-SeptemberLight: Full SunWater: Low-MediumZone: 4-9Origin: North America (Cultivar)Deer Resistant: Yes
