Annual mugwort

Artemisia annua

Product code : JAREC-0007

Annual wormwood develops finely cut, aromatic foliage on an upright silhouette. It adds volume and light texture to herb gardens. Growing it allows you to observe a large annual throughout the season, without attributing a food use or suggesting a medicinal preparation. These organic seeds from Les Jardins de l'écoumène allow you to prepare your own plants and follow their development from sowing. Design the composition taking into account the mature habit and the distance from which the flowers will be observed. Small corollas benefit from being close to a pathway, while a tall silhouette can serve as a landmark at the back of a bed.
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Quantity
Around 500 seeds
Exposure
Sun
Life cycle
Annual

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Common nameAnnual mugwort
FamilyAsteraceae
GenusArtemisia
Speciesannual
TypeMedicinal plant
Botanical nameArtemisia annua
Reproducible seedsYes

Annual Wormwood (Artemisia annua). Annual wormwood develops finely cut, aromatic foliage on an upright silhouette. It adds volume and a light texture to herb gardens. Growing it allows you to observe a large annual throughout the season, without attributing a culinary use or proposing a medicinal preparation. These organic seeds from Jardins de l'écoumène allow you to prepare your own plants and follow their development from sowing. Design your layout keeping in mind the adult habit and the distance from which the flowers will be observed.

Recommended sowing period: April to June. Sow on the surface, without covering. Germination usually takes 10 to 20 days. For germination, maintain the potting mix at 18 to 22 °C (64 to 72 °F). Transplant young flowers when their true leaves have developed and their roots hold the root ball. Handle seedlings gently and avoid compressing the stem. Under light, gradually space containers so that the foliage does not overlap. Acclimatization then prepares the plants for sun, wind, and temperature variations.

Annual wormwood forms finely divided foliage that adds volume to a planting. Give this plant enough space: its development in the garden can far exceed the delicate appearance of young seedlings. Design your layout keeping in mind the adult habit and the distance from which the flowers will be observed. Small corollas benefit from being close to a path, while a tall silhouette can serve as a focal point at the back of a bed. Repeat a few plants of the same variety to make the color legible. Keep access for pruning and avoid overcrowding clumps just to fill the space immediately.

Armoise annuelle. Feuillage d’armoise vert clair, fin et très découpé. Le cadrage permet de voir les formes, les couleurs et les détails du sujet représenté. Les contours se détachent du fond de l’image, avec des différences de teinte et de texture visibles sur les surfaces. Cette vue accompagne la présentation du produit dans la boutique.

Sowing guide

It all startswith a seed.

Sowing depth

On the surface, without covering

Germination temperature

18 to 22°C (64 to 72°F)

Germination time

10 to 20 days

Sowing period

April to June

Propagation

Sowing

Growing method

Recommended sowing period: April to June. Sow on the surface, without covering. Germination usually takes 10 to 20 days. For germination, keep the potting soil at 18 to 22 °C (64 to 72 °F). Transplant young flowers when their true leaves have developed and their roots hold the root ball. Handle seedlings gently and avoid compressing the stem. Under lights, gradually space out containers so that the foliage does not overlap. Acclimatization then prepares the plants for sun, wind, and temperature variations. Planting out occurs when conditions match their hardiness. Observe the succession of buds, open flowers, and withered parts to choose appropriate interventions. Pruning should preserve shoots that will flower next. For tall-stemmed plants, check supports after a windy period. Light pruning helps maintain the plant's shape without denuding it. Adapt end-of-season care to the plant's cycle: annuals and perennials do not require the same winter preparation. Choose between extending the flowering period and keeping seeds on a few stems.

Soil and care

The right care,at the right time.

Care level

Regular during establishment, then adapted to growing conditions

Watering

Weak

Soil type

Well drained

Fertilization

Fertilization supports growth and takes into account nutrients already present in the soil or potting mix. Use mature compost or a fertilizer suited to the crop, following the dosage instructions. Avoid using multiple products, especially in a container where the roots occupy a limited volume. Water as needed after application and observe leaf development before re-fertilizing.

Moisture

Keep the soil moist during germination, avoiding standing water; then adjust according to the crop.

Seasonal care

Annual mugwort forms finely divided foliage that adds volume to a planting. Give this plant enough space: its growth in the garden can far exceed the delicate appearance of young seedlings. Transplant young flowers when their true leaves have developed and their roots hold the root ball. Handle seedlings gently and avoid compressing the stem. Under lighting, progressively space out the containers so that the foliage does not overlap. Acclimatization then prepares the plants for sun, wind, and temperature variations. Planting takes place when conditions match their hardiness. Observe the succession of buds, open flowers, and faded parts to choose the appropriate interventions. A cut must preserve the shoots that will flower later. For tall-stemmed plants, check supports after a windy episode. Light pruning helps maintain the silhouette without stripping it bare. Adapt end-of-season care to the plant's cycle: annuals and perennials do not require the same preparation for winter. Choose between extending flowering and keeping seeds on a few stems. Removing faded flowers is suitable for many annuals, while dried capsules and inflorescences can have decorative appeal. Keep plants identified when they no longer bear flowers and remove volunteer seedlings that occupy a pathway. Annual mugwort develops finely cut and aromatic foliage on an upright silhouette.

Container growing

A garden,within reach.

Recommended pot size

Punctured, stable container, wide enough for the plant to spread out and deep enough for the roots
Choose this exposure: sun. Reserve this spread around the plant: 30 to 60 cm (12 to 24 in). A floral container composition must allow space for each plant to grow. Place upright forms where they remain visible and allow trailing stems to occupy the edge when present. Ensure that the combined plants share the desired exposure and moisture. After a few weeks, observe the areas that are thickening and only remove damaged parts or stems that hinder the composition's balance. Annual mugwort develops finely cut and aromatic foliage on an upright silhouette. It adds volume and a light texture to herb gardens. Its cultivation allows for observing a large annual throughout the season, without attributing a culinary use or offering medicinal preparation. Observe the succession of buds, open flowers, and faded parts to choose useful interventions. A cut should preserve the shoots that will flower next. For tall-stemmed plants, check supports after a windy period. Light pruning helps maintain the silhouette without stripping it bare.
Sachet de semences Armoise annuelle. Emballage blanc photographié de face sur un fond de bois brun. Une image du végétal occupe la partie centrale, sous le nom imprimé. De petits pictogrammes et un code-barres apparaissent au bas du sachet. La marque Écoumène figure dans la partie supérieure de cette présentation.

Bloom and dimensions

Its place,in your garden.

Mature height

80 cm to 1 m (32 to 39 in.)

Width / spread

30 to 60 cm (12 to 24 in)

Foliage type

Seasonal foliage

Bloom period

July to September

Harvest

July to September
Armoise annuelle. Feuillage d’armoise vert clair, fin et très découpé. Le cadrage permet de voir les formes, les couleurs et les détails du sujet représenté. Les contours se détachent du fond de l’image, avec des différences de teinte et de texture visibles sur les surfaces. Cette vue accompagne la présentation du produit dans la boutique.

Garden associations

In goodcompany.

Companion plants

In a diversified planting, you can reserve neighboring sections for these plants: lavender, sage, rosemary. The purpose of this arrangement is to organize space and harvests. Respect each plant's height, light, and water needs, without overcrowding the foliage. Maintain a path for watering and picking, then remove finished crops to free up space. This organization facilitates maintenance but does not guarantee protection against pests. Design the composition taking into account the mature habit and the distance from which the flowers will be observed.

Frequently asked questions

Your questions,answered.

How to successfully sow annual mugwort?
Recommended sowing period: April to June. Sow on the surface, do not cover. Germination usually takes 10 to 20 days. For germination, keep the potting mix at 18 to 22 °C (64 to 72 °F). Transplant young flowers when their true leaves have developed and their roots hold the soil ball. Handle seedlings gently and avoid compressing the stem. Under lights, gradually space the containers so that the foliage does not overlap. Acclimatization then prepares the plants for sun, wind, and temperature variations. Planting out occurs when conditions match their hardiness.
Can annual mugwort be grown in pots?
Choose this exposure: full sun. Reserve this spread around the plant: 30 to 60 cm (12 to 24 in.). A container floral arrangement must allow space for each plant to grow. Place upright forms where they remain visible and let trailing stems occupy the edge if there are any. Ensure that the combined plants share the desired exposure and moisture. After a few weeks, observe the areas that are becoming denser and only remove damaged parts or stems that disturb the composition's balance. Sweet Annie develops finely cut, aromatic foliage on an upright silhouette.
How to care for annual mugwort during the season?
Choose between extending flowering and keeping seeds on some stems. Removing spent flowers is suitable for many annuals, while seed pods and dried inflorescences can have decorative appeal. Keep plants identified when they are no longer in flower and remove spontaneous seedlings that are blocking a path. Observe the succession of buds, open flowers, and faded parts to choose the most useful interventions. Pruning should preserve the shoots that will flower next. For tall-stemmed plants, check supports after a windy spell. Light cleaning helps maintain the plant's shape without stripping it bare.
How to grow Annual Wormwood in the garden?
Annual wormwood forms finely divided foliage that adds volume to a planting. Give this plant enough space: its growth in the garden can far exceed the delicate appearance of young seedlings. Annual wormwood develops finely cut, aromatic foliage on an upright silhouette. It adds volume and light texture to herb gardens. Its cultivation allows you to observe a large annual throughout the season, without attributing a food use to it or offering a medicinal preparation. Design the composition taking into account the adult habit and the distance from which the flowers will be observed. Small corollas benefit from being placed near a path, while a tall silhouette can serve as a landmark at the back of a bed.
How to organize an Annual Wormwood planting?
Draw the composition taking into account the adult habit and the distance from which the flowers will be observed. Small flowers benefit from being placed close to a path, while a tall silhouette can serve as a landmark at the back of a bed. Repeat a few plants of the same variety to make the color legible. Keep access for cutting and avoid overcrowding clumps just to fill the space immediately. Observe the succession of buds, open flowers, and faded parts to determine necessary interventions. A cut should preserve the shoots that will flower next. For tall-stemmed plants, check their supports after a windy period.