Overview
Stachys hyssopifolia is a matforming herbaceous perennial in the genus Stachys, part of the Lamiaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Stachys hyssopifolia grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, gravel garden and wildlife gardens.
About
Stachys hyssopifolia is a matforming herbaceous perennial within the Stachys genus, known for its evergreen foliage and upright spikes of bilabiate flowers. This cultivar thrives in full sun on south-facing, exposed sites with well-drained soils such as chalk, loam, or sand, tolerating a range of pH levels from acid to alkaline. It is hardy to UK zone H7 and is suitable for cottage, informal, gravel, and wildlife gardens. Propagation is best achieved by division or removing rooted sections in spring, with the plant providing interest throughout spring and summer.
About the genus
Stachys is a genus of plants, one of the largest in the mint family Lamiaceae. Estimates of the number of species vary from about 300 to about 450. Plants of the World Online accepts 373 species.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Stachys
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Chalk, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Stachys hyssopifolia size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Matforming
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, Gravel garden, Wildlife gardens
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Stachys hyssopifolia
- Propagation
- Propagate by division or remove rooted sections in spring
- Pest resistance
- May be susceptible to slugs
- Disease resistance
- May be susceptible to powdery mildews
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Stachys hyssopifolia?
Stachys hyssopifolia prefers full sun. It suits exposed positions.
What soil does Stachys hyssopifolia need?
Stachys hyssopifolia 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 Stachys hyssopifolia hardy in the UK?
Stachys hyssopifolia has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.
How do I propagate Stachys hyssopifolia?
Propagate by division or remove rooted sections in spring.
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More in the Stachys genus
- Stachys coccineascarlet woundwort
- Stachys germanica
- Stachys lanataLamb's Ear
- Stachys macranthaBig Betony
- Stachys macrantha 'Superba' or 'Robusta'Woundwort
- Stachys officinalisBetony
- Stachys officinalis 'Alba'White Betony
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