Artemisia 'Powis Castle' with Salvia leucantha (Mexican Sage)

Artemisia ‘Powis Castle’, commonly known as Powis Castle Wormwood, is a shrub adapted to many summer-dry climate gardens. This perennial plant boasts silvery-gray foliage with a graceful, feathery texture that adds a soft touch to any garden. Artemisia ‘Powis Castle’ is known for its upright growth habit, reaching heights of 2-3 feet and spreading 3-4 feet wide. Ideal growing conditions include full sun and well-draining soil in mediterranean climates.

This drought-tolerant plant requires minimal water once established, making it an excellent choice for water-wise landscapes. Artemisia ‘Powis Castle’ is native to the Mediterranean region, where it thrives in dry, rocky soils. Notable features of this plant include its ability to attract beneficial insects and its deer resistance.

Salvia leucantha, also known as Mexican Sage, complements Artemisia ‘Powis Castle’ with its striking purple flowers and silvery foliage. These two plants create a beautiful contrast in texture and color, making them popular choices for Mediterranean-inspired gardens. Consider incorporating Artemisia ‘Powis Castle’ and Salvia leucantha into your garden to enhance its beauty and sustainability in summer-dry climates.