Artemisia tridentata v. tridentata (Basin Big Sagebrush). Native Perennial evergreen shrub from 3 to 12 ft. tall. Requires 10" annual rainfall minimum. Commonly found on deep, fertile well-drained soils in valleys and on foothills to 7,000 ft. elevation. Forage is usally poor for cattle and moderate for wildlife. Provides valuable cover for wildlife. 2,500,000 seeds per pound