Description
Easily grown in average, medium, well-drained soils in full sun. Appreciates some light afternoon shade in hot, humid climates. Soils should be kept evenly moist, but established plants have some drought tolerance.
Stachys officinalis ‘Hummelo’
(Hummelo Betony)
$11.99
Hardiness Zones:
4a 4b 5a 5b 6a 6b 7a 7b 8a 8bQuick Overview:
‘Hummelo’ features basal rosettes of ovate, glossy, dark green leaves and tiny, two-lipped, rose-lavender flowers which appear in dense spikes atop mostly leafless flowering stems rising well above the foliage mat to 1.5-2’ tall in summer. Clumps will spread over time to form a dense ground cover. Leaves are evergreen in warm winter climates, but will depreciate considerably in harsh winters.
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Additional information
| Common Name | Hummelo Betony |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Stachys officinalis 'Hummelo' |
| Container/Amount | 1 gallon |
| Evergreen or Deciduous | Evergreen |
| Hardiness Zone | 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b |
| Growth Rate | Average |
| Light Requirements | Sun |
| Height | 1.5-2' |
| Width | 1.5 to 2' |
| Soil Condition | Well-drained |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Blooming Period | Summer |
| Flower Color | pink |
| Fragrance | No |
| Foliage Color | green |
| Deer Resistant | No |
