Overview
Stachys lavandulifolia from Bolkar Dag, Turkey is a perennial, clump-forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Stachys, part of the Lamiaceae family, with grey, woolly, mat-forming foliage. Stachys lavandulifolia from Bolkar Dag, Turkey grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include front of borders, ground cover, cottage gardens and wildlife gardens.
About
Stachys lavandulifolia from Bolkar Dag, Turkey, is a herbaceous perennial cultivar within the Stachys genus, known for its clump-forming habit and grey, woolly, mat-forming foliage. This plant thrives in full sun on a south-facing, sheltered aspect, preferring fertile, well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH. It is hardy to UK zone H7 and is suitable for use at the front of borders, as ground cover, or in cottage and wildlife gardens. Its season of interest spans spring and summer, reflecting the genus's characteristic upright spikes or racemes of bilabiate flowers.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Stachys
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Stachys lavandulifolia from Bolkar Dag, Turkey size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Perennial, clump-forming
- Foliage
- Grey, woolly, mat-forming
- Suggested uses
- Front of borders, ground cover, cottage gardens, wildlife gardens
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Stachys lavandulifolia from Bolkar Dag, Turkey
- Propagation
- Seed, division
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Stachys lavandulifolia from Bolkar Dag, Turkey?
Stachys lavandulifolia from Bolkar Dag, Turkey prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Stachys lavandulifolia from Bolkar Dag, Turkey need?
Stachys lavandulifolia from Bolkar Dag, Turkey grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Stachys lavandulifolia from Bolkar Dag, Turkey hardy in the UK?
Stachys lavandulifolia from Bolkar Dag, Turkey 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 lavandulifolia from Bolkar Dag, Turkey?
Seed, division.
More in the Stachys genus
- Stachys 'Hidalgo'
- Stachys albens
- Stachys alpinalimestone woundwort
- Stachys arvensisfield woundwort
- Stachys byzantinalamb's ear
- Stachys byzantina 'Cotton Boll'lamb's ear 'Cotton Boll'
- Stachys chrysantha
- Stachys germanica
