Artemisia Seeds - Sweet Annie (Artemisia annua)

Sweet Annie (Artemisia annua) is an aromatic annual prized for its fine, fern-like foliage, airy texture, and warm-season growth. Its fragrant greenery adds movement and contrast to gardens, while delicate golden blooms arrive late season, attracting pollinators. This fast-growing ornamental herb performs well in full sun and tolerates poor soil, making it an excellent low-maintenance plant for borders, meadow gardens, cutting gardens, and dried foliage displays.

Features

• Aromatic, fern-like foliage with soft texture and visual interest.
• Non-GMO Artemisia annua seed variety.
• Fast-growing warm-season annual for borders and meadows.
• Golden late-season blooms attract pollinators.
• Excellent for dried arrangements and ornamental displays.
• Tolerates poor soils and resists drought once established.

Specifications

• Common Name: Sweet Annie, Sweet Wormwood
• Scientific Name: Artemisia annua
• Plant Type: Annual herb
• USDA Zones: 3–10 (grown as annual)
• Foliage: Fine-cut, fern-like aromatic green leaves
• Bloom Color: Yellow-gold small flower clusters
• Height: 3–6 feet
• Spread: 18–24 inches
• Growth Rate: Fast
• Heirloom: Yes
• GMO Status: Non-GMO
• Organic: Not certified organic
• Light Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Preference: Well-drained, average to poor soil
• Water Needs: Low to moderate once established
• Drought Tolerance: High
• Pollinator Friendly: Yes
• Maintenance: Low
• Plant Spacing: 12–18 inches
• Seed Viability: 1–2 years stored cool and dry

Planting Guide

• Start indoors or direct sow outdoors after danger of frost.
• Press seeds lightly onto soil surface; do not bury (needs light).
• Keep soil moist until seedlings emerge (7–21 days).
• Provide bright light and warmth during early growth.
• Transplant outdoors when frost has passed and soil has warmed.
• Choose full sun for strongest growth and richest foliage scent.
• Water lightly; avoid overwatering once established.
• Allow plants to mature for dried foliage use or pollinator value.
• Optional: Deadhead to prevent self-seeding if containment is desired.