WORMWOOD

Artemisia absinithium Perennial 3-5' tall with gray, silky foliage, spikes of small flowers. Hardy throughout the US. Easy from seed. Has many uses as a seasoning and medicinal plant (used to make the drink Absinthe). Powdered dust made from the leaves sprinkled on plants and soil will deter many insects, not because it is toxic, but simply because they do not like the fragrance. Zones 4-6. +20 seeds