Artemisia absinthium - P13

Description
The Wormwood (Artemisia absinthium) is an herbaceous plant with an aromatic flavour. Its silvery leaves are pinnate. A sunny location and well-drained, nutrient-rich soil are required for optimum growth of the Wormwood.

Bulletpoints
* aromatic in flavour * winter green

leaves
Suitable for consumption. The silvery leaves are pinnate and have an aromatic flavour.

Growth
Bushy.

Water
This plant has a low water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Planting: Spring to summer.

Planting partner
Good planting partners: blue rue, garden dost 'Compactum'.

Tasks
- Fertilise: Every 3 weeks from May to September - Pruning: In the period from September to October.

Use
Cottage garden, consumption, balcony/terrace