Leprechaun Southernwood

Artemisia abrotanum ‘Leprechaun'

Leprechaun Southernwood | Artemisia abrotanum ‘Leprechaun\\\\\\\' | Plant Select
Leprechaun southernwood is a compact selection of the ancient garden herb: Artemisia abrotanum. This fragrant, woody herb forms a dense, symmetrical mound of whorled, vibrant green foliage. Plant it in mass to create a low garden hedge suggestive of boxwoods but heat-loving! Tolerant of shady conditions as well as full sun.

Pro tip: Cut it back to the ground in late winter to early spring when fully dormant.

Read the plant story here.
Plant Type Herbaceous Perennial
Height 24-36 inches
Width 24-30 inches
Flowering Season N/A
Flower Color Grow for foliage & texture
Sun Sun, Part Sun, Shade
Water Needs Moderate to low
USDA Hardiness Zone Zones 4-8
Soil Type Clay, Loam, Sandy, Gravelly
Deer Resistant Yes
Good for Pollination No
Winter Interest No
North American Native No
Native Origins
Year Introduced 2020
Annual Commercial Maintenance Cut back to base/shear down to the ground every spring, then rake up.
5-10 Year Commercial Maintenance Replace plants that may die out every 5-10 years.
Elevation Guide Up to 8500 ft