Silver Brocade Artemisia

Artemisia stelleriana ‘Boughton Silver’ is sold under the name Silver Brocade. It forms a low, spreading mat of deeply lobed, grey-white leaves, bringing soft texture to sunny borders, gravel gardens, slopes, and containers. ## Growing Conditions Choose a sunny site with well-drained soil. The Royal Horticultural Society gives a broad mature range of 0.1–0.5 m in height and spread, so leave space for the plant to extend while keeping it clear of persistently wet ground. The RHS lists ‘Silver Brocade’ as a synonym of the cultivar ‘Boughton Silver’; its H5 rating reflects UK conditions and is not a USDA-zone conversion. ## Seasonal Character The evergreen foliage is aromatic and deeply divided. Small yellow flowers appear in late summer and early autumn, though the plant is grown chiefly for its leaves. The [RHS cultivar profile](https://www.rhs.org.uk/plants/63065/artemisia-stelleriana-boughton-silver/details) gives its accepted identity, mature size, flowering season, and care guidance. Its pale leaves pair well with darker foliage and flowering perennials. ## Maintenance Provide sharp drainage to reduce the risk of dieback. The RHS recommends cutting the plant back in autumn; adjust timing to local climate and remove only growth needed to keep the spread within bounds. Check the center periodically and divide if it becomes sparse or congested.