How much sun does Aleutian Mugwort need?

Aleutian Mugwort grows best in full sun conditions.

When does Aleutian Mugwort bloom?

Aleutian Mugwort blooms in July, August, and September.

Where is Aleutian Mugwort native?

Aleutian Mugwort (Artemisia tilesii) is native to ID, MN, MT, OR and 1 more states, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.

Is Aleutian Mugwort toxic to livestock?

Aleutian Mugwort is listed as toxic to grazing livestock such as cattle, sheep, and goats (moderate severity) by the USDA PLANTS Database. This is separate from pet (dog and cat) toxicity.

What pollinators does Aleutian Mugwort attract?

Aleutian Mugwort draws bees and beetles.

Is Aleutian Mugwort HOA-friendly?

Aleutian Mugwort takes more care to look intentional in a front yard. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.

Aleutian Mugwort

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Artemisia tilesii

Last reviewed: June 2026

Aleutian Mugwort is listed as toxic to grazing livestock (cattle, sheep, and goats) at a moderate level by the USDA PLANTS Database (opens in new tab). This is a livestock indicator and is separate from pet toxicity.

Light

full sun

Water

medium

Size

12"–36" H × 12"–24" W

Bloom

Jul, Aug, Sep

Native to

ID, MN, MT, OR and 1 more states

Pollinators

bees, beetles

Browse plants for this ecoregion

Coast Range

Aleutian mugwort is a compact native perennial with silvery-green aromatic foliage that forms neat clumps. It produces small yellowish flower clusters from July through September and maintains an attractive mounded shape throughout the growing season.

In an HOA neighborhood

Aleutian Mugwort takes more care to keep looking intentional in a front yard. Maintenance level: moderate. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.

Works well in: backyard only.

Can spread aggressively and look weedy
Flowers are small and inconspicuous
May appear unkempt during dormant season

Wildlife value

This plant supports bees and beetles with its late summer blooms. The seeds also provide food for birds in fall and winter.

Common questions

How much sun does Aleutian Mugwort need?: Aleutian Mugwort grows best in full sun conditions.
When does Aleutian Mugwort bloom?: Aleutian Mugwort blooms in July, August, and September.
Where is Aleutian Mugwort native?: Aleutian Mugwort (Artemisia tilesii) is native to ID, MN, MT, OR and 1 more states, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.
Is Aleutian Mugwort toxic to livestock?: Aleutian Mugwort is listed as toxic to grazing livestock such as cattle, sheep, and goats (moderate severity) by the USDA PLANTS Database. This is separate from pet (dog and cat) toxicity.
What pollinators does Aleutian Mugwort attract?: Aleutian Mugwort draws bees and beetles.
Is Aleutian Mugwort HOA-friendly?: Aleutian Mugwort takes more care to look intentional in a front yard. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.

Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.

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