Overview
Dracocephalum moldavica is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Dracocephalum, part of the Lamiaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Dracocephalum moldavica grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal garden, gravel garden, banks and slopes and flower borders and beds.
About
Dracocephalum moldavica, the Moldavian dragonhead, is an annual herbaceous plant. The first formal botanical description of D.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Dracocephalum
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- East-facing, South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Dracocephalum moldavica size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- City and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Gravel garden, Banks and slopes, Flower borders and beds
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Dracocephalum moldavica
- Propagation
- Division, Basal cuttings in spring
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Dracocephalum moldavica?
Dracocephalum moldavica prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Dracocephalum moldavica need?
Dracocephalum moldavica is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Dracocephalum moldavica hardy in the UK?
Dracocephalum moldavica has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.
How do I propagate Dracocephalum moldavica?
Division, Basal cuttings in spring.
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