HERB ‘Wormwood’ Seeds
Botanical Name: Artemisia absinthium
- Natural pest repellent with strong aroma and bitter taste.
- Used in herbal remedies for digestion and appetite stimulation.
- Drought-tolerant and low maintenance once established.
- Hardy perennial with attractive silver-green foliage.
Plant Details
- Plant Type: Hardy, cool-season perennial
- Plant Height: Up to 120 cm
Sowing Information
- Germination: Best at 15–20°C
- Depth: Sow 1 mm deep
- Position: Full sun
- Sow Where: Start indoors and transplant or sow directly
- Soil Type: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil; tolerates poor soil
- Spacing: 30–45 cm between plants
Growing Tips
- Do not overwater; prefers dry conditions once established.
- Trim regularly to shape and promote bushy growth.
- Avoid planting near vegetables and herbs sensitive to allelopathic effects.
Harvest
Harvest mature leaves after 90–120 days. Use fresh or dried in teas and herbal preparations.
When to Sow Wormwood in Your Climate
| Climate Zone | Best Planting Time | Tips |
|---|---|---|
| Temperate | March–May, September–November | Start indoors early or sow direct after last frost. |
| Subtropical | April–June, October–December | Choose a sunny spot and protect young seedlings from heavy rain. |
| Tropical | Year-round | Best in dry season; avoid overly humid conditions. |
| Cool | March–May, September–November | Start indoors or sow after frost risk has passed. |
| Arid | October–February | Water occasionally to establish; thrives in poor soil. |
