Enhance your herb garden with Japanese Mugwort (Artemisia princeps) Seeds, a resilient perennial herb known for its aromatic green foliage and delicate yellow flowers. Also called Korean Wormwood or Yomagi, this versatile herb thrives in a variety of garden settings, including containers, borders, and naturalized areas.
These Non-GMO seeds are easy to grow and tolerant of diverse soils. Japanese Mugwort attracts pollinators and provides aromatic leaves that can be harvested for culinary or traditional uses. Its upright growth and vibrant foliage make it a valuable addition to low-maintenance gardens.
Features
- Produces aromatic green foliage with small yellow flowers
- Non-GMO seed quality
- Hardy perennial herb suitable for diverse climates
- Thrives in borders, containers, and naturalized gardens
- Attracts bees and other beneficial insects
- Fast-growing and low-maintenance
- Can be harvested for culinary or herbal uses
Specifications
- Botanical Name: Artemisia princeps
- Common Names: Japanese Mugwort, Korean Wormwood, Yomagi
- Seed Type: Non-GMO
- Plant Type: Perennial herb
- USDA Zones: 4–9
- Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade
- Soil Type: Well-drained, loamy or sandy soils
- Water Needs: Moderate; tolerates occasional drought
- Height: 18–36 inches
- Spacing: 12–18 inches
- Bloom Time: Summer
- Flower Color: Yellow
- Season for Planting: Spring or early summer
- Germination Time: 14–28 days
- Germination Temperature: 65–75°F
- Sowing Method: Surface sow; lightly cover seeds
- Growth Habit: Upright, bushy, spreading
- Maintenance Level: Low
- Uses: Culinary herb gardens, borders, containers, pollinator-friendly plantings
Planting Guide
- Soil Preparation: Use well-draining soil; amend with compost for better growth.
- Sowing Time: Direct sow in spring after frost or start indoors 6–8 weeks earlier.
- Seed Depth: Lightly press seeds into soil; cover with 1/8 inch soil.
- Watering for Germination: Keep soil evenly moist until seedlings emerge.
- Germination Window: 14–28 days.
- Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade; avoid deep shade.
- Thinning: Space seedlings 12–18 inches apart for proper airflow.
- Watering After Establishment: Moderate; allow soil to dry slightly between watering.
- Maintenance Tips: Trim lightly to maintain shape and encourage bushy growth.
- Overwintering: Hardy perennial; mulch in colder climates for winter protection.
