Fragrant Artemisia, 500 Seeds

Fragrant Artemisia Seeds – Artemisia, Natural Insect-Repellent Herb, Ideal for Home Herb Gardens

Overview
Fragrant Artemisia is a perennial herb that combines medicinal, culinary, insect-repellent, and wellness benefits into one remarkable plant—earning it the title 'herb of Chinese medicine.' Its leaves, stems, and flowers release a refreshing lemony fragrance that is both pleasant and invigorating. In Europe, the leaves are commonly brewed into tea to support digestive health, while fresh leaves can also be used as a nutritious vegetable in stir-fries, buns, and dumplings. The plant can be made into floral water that, when applied to the skin, helps repel mosquitoes and other biting insects. Dried leaves have even more extensive uses—they are used in moxibustion, cupping therapy, and can be added to foot baths to relieve fatigue and promote longevity. Highly adaptable, cold hardy, and drought tolerant, this perennial herb can be harvested year after year with minimal care—making it an ideal choice for home herb gardens and a healthy lifestyle.

Key Features
• Lemon-Scented Aromatic Herb: Leaves, stems, and flowers release a fresh, pleasant lemony fragrance—a natural aromatic plant for any garden.
• Natural Insect Repellent: Can be used to make floral water that helps deter mosquitoes and other insects.
• Edible & Medicinal Dual Use: Leaves can be brewed as tea, stir-fried, or used in baked goods—offering both culinary and health benefits.
• Classic Chinese Herbal Remedy: Revered as the 'herb of Chinese medicine'—used in moxibustion, cupping therapy, and foot soaks.
• Hardy Perennial, Low Maintenance: Cold hardy, drought tolerant, and easy to grow—one planting provides years of harvests.

Cultivation Guidelines
• Plant Type: Hardy herbaceous perennial.
• Light Requirements: Prefers full sun to partial shade.
• Soil Requirements: Highly adaptable—prefers well-draining loamy soil.
• Watering: Water when soil is dry—drought tolerant once established. Avoid waterlogging.
• Temperature & Hardiness: Strong cold tolerance—suited to temperate climates.
• Harvesting: Pick fresh leaves as needed throughout the growing season. For drying, harvest before flowering for the highest essential oil content.
• Drying Method: Cut stems and hang in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from direct sunlight. Store dried leaves in airtight containers.

Why Choose This Variety?
Fragrant Artemisia is a true 'all-in-one' herb. Its pleasant lemony fragrance helps repel mosquitoes; its leaves can be used in cooking or brewed as a health-promoting tea; and once dried, it becomes a valuable tool for moxibustion, cupping, and therapeutic foot soaks. It is cold hardy, drought tolerant, and undemanding—one planting provides years of harvests with minimal care. Whether you are looking to enhance your cooking, support your health naturally, or create homemade insect repellents, Fragrant Artemisia delivers maximum benefits with minimal effort.