• A mature Artemisia cana (Silver Sagebrush) shrub growing in a naturalized garden setting. The plant features silvery-green, finely divided leaves and a sprawling growth habit. It is surrounded by mulch, grasses, and other native vegetation, with a wooden structure visible in the background.
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Artemisia cana - Sagebrush

Artemisia cana - Sagebrush

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Sagebrush is a hardy, drought-tolerant shrub known for its silvery-gray foliage and distinctive aromatic scent. It grows in upright, bushy clumps that provide year-round structure and texture in dry grasslands, foothills, and open prairies. Small yellowish flowers bloom in late summer, but the plant is primarily valued for its fragrant leaves and ecological importance, supporting a wide range of native species.

Thriving well-drained soils, Sagebrush spreads gradually through rhizomes, making it an excellent choice for erosion control in arid landscapes. It plays a vital role in supporting wildlife, offering food and shelter for birds, small mammals, and insects. The strong scent and bitter compounds in the foliage make it unpalatable to deer, which typically avoid browsing on this plant.

Bloom Times & Plant Sizes

Important Information - The "Bloom Period" is an indicator of the time period within which the wildflowers will bloom and does not describe the time period that a single plant will bloom.  The "Sizes" listed are intended to be a general guideline to consult during plant selection. - Plant growth and bloom times will vary depending on geographical location & individual site conditions.

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Plant Specifics

Seeds Per Pack

Seeds Per Package: 20

Light Conditions

  • Sun

Soil Conditions

  • Well Drained
  • Sandy
  • Loam
  • Clay
  • Seasonally Moist

Height

  • 48" +

Width

Bloom Colour

  • Yellow

Month of Bloom

  • August
  • Septemeber

Vigorousness

  • Moderate

Deer Resistance

  • High

Features

  • Birds
  • Fragrant
  • Long Bloom Time
  • Rural Spaces
  • Medicinal Properties

Chinook Exposure

  • Fully Exposed

Distribution Info

Native to western Canada, Sagebrush is found from AB to MB, parts of BC, and down throughout the Great Plains. It is highly adaptable and can grow in clay-rich or saline soils, it flourishes in dry prairies, open woodlands, and river valleys.

Traditional Edible & Medicinal Info

Traditionally used by Indigenous cultures as a sacred smudging herb and medicine, it has been valued for its antimicrobial, respiratory, and digestive benefits and is burnt to repel insects.