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Mugwort Seeds (Artemisia vulgaris) | Medicinal Culinary Perennial Herb USA

• When to Plant Mugwort Seeds

Direct sow in late winter/late spring or late summer/autumn.

• Where to Plant Mugwort Seeds

Mugwort thrives in full sun in well-draining soil.

• How to Plant Mugwort Seeds

To germinate mugwort seeds, cold stratify them (refrigerate for 2-4 weeks) and sow them on the surface of moist soil, as they need light to germinate, and keep the soil consistently moist, but not waterlogged.

Here's a more detailed guide:

1. Cold Stratification:

Why: Mugwort seeds often require a cold period to break dormancy and germinate properly.

How:

Option 1 (Directly in pots): Sow seeds in pots or trays, tamp them into the soil, and place them in the refrigerator for 2-4 weeks.

Option 2 (With peat moss): Mix seeds with dampened peat moss or vermiculite, place in a plastic bag, and refrigerate for 2-4 weeks.

Important: Keep the soil moist during cold stratification.

2. Sowing:

* Timing: Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last expected frost, or sow directly outdoors after the danger of frost has passed.

* Sowing Depth: Sow seeds on the surface of the soil, as they need light to germinate.

* Soil: Use well-drained soil, as mugwort is susceptible to root rot in wet conditions.

* Spacing: Space seedlings 18-24 inches apart, with 24-36 inches between rows.

* Moisture: Keep the soil consistently moist, but not waterlogged, during germination.

* Time: Mugwort seeds typically germinate in 2-3 weeks.

* Patience: Be patient, as germination can take up to 3 months.

* Light: Mugwort seeds need light to germinate, so ensure they are sown on the surface of the soil

How to Harvest Mugwort

When in bloom, you can cut the top third section off your plant with clean cutters.

Growing Info

Mugwort Hardiness Zones:

Perennial to zones 4-9, Annual in most of the United States

Mugwort Days to Maturity:

80 days

Seed Planting Depth:

Lightly press 3-4 seeds without covering

Seed Spacing:

24 inches

Garden Row Spacing:

24 inches

Mugwort Growth Habit:

Open-pollinated mugwort seeds grow into a 36-60" tall leafy upright with a 24-36" wide spread

Garden Soil Preference:

Organically rich, fertile, well-drained

Grow Temp Preference:

85°F

Garden Light Preference:

Full sun

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