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Wormwood Planting and Care Guide
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Quick Facts About Wormwood
This perenial has finely-divided foliage that is gray-green in color and aromatic. In mid-summer, it produces many yellow flowers. Wormwood herb plants have a long history as a medicinal herb with use dating all the way back to the ancient Egyptians. In addition to medicinal use, Wormwood is most known for the liqueur absinthe.
Planting Time
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Planting Location
Wormwood plants thrive in full sun and in soil that drains well. The plants may struggle in constantly wet soil.
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How to Plant Wormwood
- Start the Wormwood herb seeds indoors in starter trays
- Press the seeds into the soil but do not cover
- Keep the trays in a bright location but not direct sun
- Harden the seedlings off properly before transplanting out
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Care And Maintenance
- Once established, Wormwood plants require little care
- Fertilize once or twice a year
- If the plant wilts in the summer, trim back to revitalize
- Trimming and deadheading the flowers can prevent the plant from getting too leggy
- Harvest the stalks (the tender ones that are lighter green) and hang upside down in a ventilated place for drying