Sand Sagebrush (Artemisia filifolia) is a wonderful sagebrush option to bring soft texture and silver-toned beauty to your landscape. This finely branched, aromatic shrub features delicate, thread-like foliage that gives this sagebrush a feathery, almost cloud-like appearance—perfect for adding movement and contrast in water-wise or native plantings. A true survivor of dry, sandy soils and wind-swept plains, sand sagebrush is ideal for challenging growing conditions. The silvery-green leaves shimmer in the sunlight and remain attractive year-round, while inconspicuous late-summer flowers support native insects and pollinators. In winter, its sculptural form and persistent foliage provide continued structure and habitat. Use Sand Sagebrush in dry garden beds and bords, Mediterranean style plantings, and naturalistic or restorative plantings for movement, color, and ecosystem benefits!
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Sand Sagebrush
Irrigation Requirement: Very Low (Water to Establish)
Mature Size: 3 - 5' tall and 4 - 5' wide
Spacing: 4'+ apart
Bloom Colors: Inconspicuous
Hardiness Zone: 4 - 8
Light Requirement: Full Sun
Deer Resistant: Yes
Salt Tolerant: Yes
Soils: Well-draining sand or loam soils with low clay.
Plants in the genus Artemisia are host species for 45 known native pollinators. Sand Sagebrush also provides important habitat for birds and other animals.

