About
A cheerful annual, reaching 30-80cm, with compact form. It bears masses of blooms.
About the genus
Elsholtzia is a genus with around 40 species of annuals, perennials and semi-evergreen or deciduous shrubs and subshrubs. Known primarily for their aromatic foliage, they also produce slender racemes of tubular flowers.
Plant details
Suggested usesBedding, containers
Care notes
CultivationFertile moist soil, sun
PruningDeadhead regularly
PropagationSow spring
Pest resistanceAphids, slugs
Disease resistanceGrey mould