Common Name   WORMWOOD     ARTEMISIA ABSINTHIUM   Zone   Zone 4   Type   Perennial   Dimension   Height : 1 to 2 m. - spread : 1 m.   Site   Sunny.   Soil   Light, dry and well-drained soil   Harvest   The leaves and the flowers : from mid summer to the end of summer.   Conservation   Trim in spring or in autumn to encourage rounded shape. Do not plant the wormwood near other edible species because it secretes a toxin that will interfere with the development of neighbouring plants. Culinary use   For external use only. Repels certain insects. Use in small sachets to repel clothes mothes. Spray on carrots or onions to repel flies.         Landscaping   Can form nice hedges or border clumps.     The branches can be used, fresh or dried, to make a bouquet, a wreath, and in garlands. Interior plant   Without object   Uses   Soon!