Artemisia Annua Seeds - Herbal Plant

Artemisia annua seeds produce warm-season annual plants with an upright, branching growth habit and finely divided, aromatic foliage. These plants are well adapted to warm climates and grow best in full sunlight with well-drained soil. Artemisia annua establishes steadily and tolerates a range of soil conditions, including moderately poor soils, provided drainage is adequate. Suitable for garden beds, herb gardens, and naturalized planting, the plants develop quickly and reach maturity within a single growing season.

Features

• Upright, fast-growing annual herb with aromatic foliage
• Adaptable to a range of soil conditions
• Suitable for herb gardens and open cultivation
• Performs best in full sun
• Tolerates moderately dry conditions once established

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Artemisia annua
• Common Name (US): Sweet Wormwood / Annual Mugwort
• Seed Type / Variety: Medicinal herb variety
• Growth Habit: Upright, branching annual plant
• USDA Zones: 5–9 (grown as annual in most regions)
• Planting Season: Spring
• Growing Season: Spring to fall
• Sowing Season: February to April (indoor sowing); March to May (direct sowing)
• Germination Time and Conditions: 7–14 days at 18–24°C; surface sow with light exposure
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained sandy or loamy soil
• Watering Needs: Low to moderate; drought-tolerant once established
• Mature Plant Size: 1–2 meters height; 0.5–1 meter spread
• Plant Spacing: 45–60 cm between plants