Stachys monieri 'Hummelo'
Betony
USDA Hardiness Zone 4-8
This species of Stachys is very different from the "Lamb's Ear" type of Stachys. Bright green, textured rosettes of foliage set off the lovely spikes of vivid violet flowers. Perfect as a border plant. Pest and disease resistant.
Height
18-24 Inches
Spread
14-18 Inches
Color
Blue/Purple
Interesting Notes
2019 PERENNIAL PLANT OF THE YEAR
Bloom Time
June-August
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips
Removing faded flowers will encourage more buds to form for many weeks. Good drainage is important for this plant.
When to Divide
spring or fall
Good Companions
Thyme, Lemon (Perennial) (Thymus citriodorus), Tickseed (Coreopsis Big Bang), Cranesbill (Geranium cantabrigiense), False Sunflower (Heliopsis helianthoides), Helen's Flower (Helenium ), Little Blue Stem (Schizachyrium scoparium), Garden Phlox (Phlox paniculata), Double Coneflower (Echinacea purpurea)Characteristics & Attributes
Attributes & Uses
| • | Ground Cover |
Critter Resistance
| • | Deer Resistant |
| • | Rabbit Resistant |
Exposure
| • | Full Sun |
Foliage Color
| • | Green |
Season of Interest (Flowering)
| • | Summer |
Season of Interest (Foliage)
| • | Summer |
| • | Spring |
| • | Fall |
Soil Moisture Preference
| • | Well-drained |
| • | Moist |
