Galeopsis, commonly known as hemp nettle or ironwort, is a bushy annual or biennial plant in the Lamiaceae family. It features deciduous foliage and thrives in full sun or partial shade, preferring east, south, or west-facing aspects. This cultivar grows well in fertile, moist but well-drained loam or clay soils with a range of pH levels from acid to alkaline. Hardy to UK zone H5, it is suitable for both exposed and sheltered locations and is particularly valued in wildlife gardens during spring and summer. Propagation is by seed.

Galeopsis (hemp nettle) thrives in full sun to partial shade, is hardy to RHS H5, and attracts wildlife in spring and summer gardens.

Galeopsis

Galeopsis ladanum, commonly known as broad-leaved hemp nettle, is a bushy annual or biennial plant from the Lamiaceae family. It features deciduous foliage and thrives in full sun or partial shade, favouring east, south, or west-facing aspects. This cultivar grows well in fertile, moist but well-drained loam or clay soils with a pH ranging from acid to alkaline. Hardy to UK zone H5, it is suitable for both exposed and sheltered locations and is particularly valued in wildlife gardens during spring and summer. Propagation is by seed.

Broad-leaved hemp nettle thrives in full sun or partial shade, hardy to RHS H5, perfect for wildlife gardens with spring and summer interest.