IMPORTED PACK:
Embrace the bold, silvery beauty of Common Wormwood (Artemisia absinthium)—a legendary herb known for its strong aromatic oils, bitter tonic properties, and natural pest-repelling power.
Grow a Historic Healer & Striking Foliage Plant!
Wormwood is a hardy perennial herb with finely cut, silver-gray leaves and tall flowering stems. Traditionally used in herbal tonics and absinthe, it is valued in companion planting for deterring pests like moths and aphids. Its foliage adds texture and contrast to herb borders and wild gardens.
Product Features:
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Seed Type: Open-Pollinated, Non-GMO
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Seed Count: 300+ seeds per packet
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Germination Rate: 70–85%
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Germination Time: 10–21 days (surface-sow; light required)
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Plant Height: 90–150 cm tall
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Flavor & Aroma: Very bitter; pungent, medicinally sharp scent
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Usage: Bitter tonics, pest repellent, ornamental border plant
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Packaging: Eco-friendly, resealable pouch
Growing Conditions (Pakistan):
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Sowing Season (Nursery or Direct): October to March
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Transplanting: 4–6 weeks after sowing, when seedlings are 10–15 cm tall
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Temperature Range: 10 °C – 28 °C
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Sunlight: Full sun (5–8 hours daily)
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Watering: Low to moderate—allow soil to dry between waterings
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Soil: Well-drained, sandy or rocky soil; pH 6.0–7.5
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Spacing: 30–50 cm between plants
Why Grow Common Wormwood?
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Natural pest repellent: wards off moths, fleas, and aphids
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Traditional herbal uses: digestive bitters, tonics, and vermifuges
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Striking foliage: silver leaves add texture and contrast
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Drought-tolerant: thrives in poor soils and dry climates
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Pollinator-friendly: yellow-green flowers attract beneficial insects
