Stachys monieri Hummelo
Alpine Betony
Stachys 'Hummmelo' is a little known perennial which should be more widely used. The low mound of crinkly dark green leaves is topped with bright pinky purple blooms in June. Deadheading will encourage rebloom. It is an excellent plant for the front of the border because it always looks attractive and combines easily with many other colours.
- Height: 46 - 51 cm (18 - 20 in)
- Spread: 46 - 61 cm (18 - 24 in)
- Cold Hardiness: Zone 4
- Sun or Shade: sun to partial shade
- Bloom Time: summer to fall
- Leaf Colour: dark green
- Bloom Colour: magenta pink
- Critter Resistance: deer and rabbits
Growing and Maintenance Tips
Grow Stachys in full sun to part shade in well drained soil. Divide it in the spring when the plant becomes woody or the center dies out. Cut down spent flowers to maintain an attractive apperance.
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