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Artemisia maritima 'Coca-Cola'

sea wormwood 'Coca-Cola'

A subshrub with aromatic, deciduous feathery leaves reaching 60cm. The leaves are covered in hairs giving a soft silvery appearance and reputedly smell of coca-cola. Flowers are spikes of small yellow-brown clusters developing in summer

Synonyms
Artemisia abrotanum 'Cola'
Seriphidium maritimum 'Coca-Cola'
see moreArtemisia abrotanum 'Coca-Cola'
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Size
Ultimate height
0.5–1 metres
Time to ultimate height
2–5 years
Ultimate spread
0.5–1 metres
Growing conditions
Chalk
Loam
Sand
Moisture
Well–drained
pH
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Colour & scent
StemFlowerFoliageFruit
Spring Grey Silver Green
Summer Yellow Brown Grey Silver Green
Autumn Grey Silver Green
Winter
Position
  • Full sun
Aspect

East–facing or North–facing or South–facing or West–facing

Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered
Drought resistance
Yes
Hardiness
H6
Botanical details
Family
Asteraceae
Native to GB / Ireland
No
Foliage
Deciduous
Habit
Bushy
Genus

Artemisia can be shrubs, perennials or annuals, evergreen or deciduous, with usually grey, aromatic, often divided foliage and rather insignificant flower-heads

Name status

Accepted

How to grow

Cultivation

Grow in full sun on well-drained soil

Propagation

Propagate from softwood cuttings

Suggested planting locations and garden types
  • Coastal
  • Cottage and informal garden
  • Mediterranean climate plants
Pruning

Prune in spring to keep bushy

Pests

Generally pest-free

Diseases

Generally disease-free

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