Mugwort Seed (Artemisia vulgaris) — Sweet Martha’s Family Farmacy

A resilient, deeply traditional herb long woven into Southern folk practice and global herbal lineages. Mugwort grows tall, aromatic, and generous — a plant known for its silvery leaves, its presence in ancestral gardens, and its long history in craft, ritual, and land‑based traditions. These seeds are organically grown and hand‑cleaned in Alabama soil.

Mugwort (Artemisia vulgaris) is a hardy perennial herb with soft, silver‑green foliage and a strong, earthy aroma. Historically valued in many cultures for its protective, cleansing, and craft‑based uses, mugwort thrives in poor soils, heat, and neglect — making it a powerful addition to any herbal garden.

Your seeds come from plants grown with care at Sweet Martha’s Family Farmacy, tended in the same Alabama soil that has supported generations of growers and healers.

Growing Notes

- Life Cycle: Perennial  

- Height: 3–5 ft at maturity  

- Light: Full sun to partial shade  

- Soil: Adaptable; prefers well‑drained soil  

- Water: Low to moderate; drought tolerant once established  

- Growth Habit: Spreading; can naturalize if not managed  

Planting Instructions

- Sow: Directly outdoors after last frost OR start indoors 4–6 weeks early  

- Depth: Surface sow — press lightly into soil, do not bury  

- Spacing: 12–18 inches apart  

- Germination: 14–21 days with light and consistent moisture  

- Days to Maturity: 90–120 days for full growth  

Seed Details

- Seed Count/Weight: 0.25 g / approx. 300–400 seeds  

- Germination Rate: 80% (tested)  

- Packed for: 2025 Season  

- Sell By: December 2026  

- Grown Organically in Alabama  

- For planting only — not for consumption

Why Grow Mugwort

- Beautiful silver foliage  

- Drought‑tolerant and low‑maintenance  

- Supports pollinators  

- Long history in craft, smoke bundles, and traditional herbal practice  

- Thrives in the Southern heat  

Local Pickup

Available for pickup in Pri

chard, Mobile, and surrounding areas.