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Artemisia pycnocephala - Sandhill Sage

Market price from $5.40 to $10.25

Artemisia pycnocephala is a standout shrub known as the Sandhill Sage. Lauded for its unique aesthetic and resilience, it's a proud member of the Artemisia family that boasts silvery-grey, needle-like leaves, bringing distinctive contrast to any landscape. This California native is a champion of adaptability, flourishing in a variety of conditions, even in sandy, well-drained soil under full sunlight. It spreads up to a neat 1 to 3 feet in both height and width, adding a controlled yet impactful presence to your garden space. From late spring to early fall, it modestly dresses itself with small, yellow panicle flowers. What's more, it's perfect for the environmentally-conscious gardener with its low water requirements and exceptional tolerance to drought. The Sandhill Sage thrives in coastal landscapes and xeriscapes, and its unique, aromatic scent brings an added allure. Its year-round silvery hue and low maintenance needs make it a splendid choice—even for beginner gardeners. Bolster your landscape with the Sandhill Sage, a robust and alluring testament to nature's beauty and sturdiness.

  • Size: Up to 1 to 3 feet tall and wide
  • Flowers: Small, yellow panicles
  • Foliage: Silvery-grey, needle-like leaves
  • Water usage: Low
  • Sun exposure: Full sun
  • Soil tolerance: Adaptable, even to sandy and poor soils
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