2000 WORMWOOD ABSINTHE SEEDS Artemisia Absinthium Medicinal Pests Deer Repellent * Wormwood, is likely, the number one plant deer repellent. It has been found that deer and other marauding creatures find the smell repulsive and will leave the area where wormwood is planted. * The smell of wormwood is strong even to insects. In fact, poultry farmers can use the leaves of Wormwood to ward of fleas, ticks and other nasty insects like the dreaded Red Mite that find the smell repulsive. * Not only does the smell of wormwood repel insects but it can also kill them and parasites effectively. * If wormwood extract, made from soaked leaves, is given orally to poultry and other farm animals in measured doses, internal parasites can be killed off! * A moth, snail and slug repellent can be made by taking the crushed leaves and soaking in a water solution. This tea can then be sprayed on the plants to repel these vicious creatures! * The above ground plant parts of wormwood are also used to treat various human ailments as well. Wormwood has been reported to benefit those suffering from gall bladder issues, upset stomach and intestinal issues. * In Mexico, wormwood tea is made to effectively treat vomiting and diarrhea. * The famous liquor Absinthe is made from wormwood. This high alcohol content drink has been depicted in many paintings from Van Gogh to Albert Maignan! * Wormwood with its unusual silver green hue and serrated like leaves also looks appealing in the landscape as a decorative ornamental but keep well spaced from other plants. * Always seek a Physician's opinion before using herbs for medicinal purposes Culture Notes: Sunlight -Full/Part Shade Days to Germination-~21 days at 68 Fahrenheit Life Cycle-Hardy Perennial Days to Maturity-variable Sowing Depth-Surface as light is needed for germination