Stachys officinalis 'Densiflorus'

Common Dwarf Betany 'Densiflorus'

Family: Lamiaceae (Mint Family)

       

·        Hardiness Zones:  4-8

·        Height: 8-10 inches

·        Spread: 12-15 inches

·        Bloom Time: June to August

·        Bloom: spikes of densely-packed, two-lipped rosy-purple flowers rising above basal foliage mound

·        Light: full sun

·        Soil: average, well-drained

·        Moisture: medium; evenly moist; established plants have some drought tolerance

·        Use: ground cover; accents along pathways, border edges and steps; cottage and miniature gardens; containers; flowers attract bees, butterflies, hummingbirds

·        Care: low maintenance; deadhead after bloom; divide in spring, if desired

·        Concerns: no serious insect or disease problems

·        Native to: species native to Europe and Asia

·        Notes: low-growing, dense foliage rosettes  form a compact mat; glossy, green, wrinkled, scallop-edged lance-shaped leaves have pronounced veining; deer and rabbit resistant

·        Supplier: K&A Greenhouse

·        Teaching Garden Location & Code: Wet Garden D166

 

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