About
Stachys alpina, the limestone woundwort, is an upright, hairy perennial producing ovate, toothed, softly hairy, mid-green leaves and whorled spikes of dull purple to reddish-pink, two-lipped flowers in summer. An ornamental woundwort for a sunny or lightly shaded, well-drained border.
About the genus
Stachys can be annuals, perennials or shrubs, with paired leaves which are sometimes unpleasantly aromatic, and erect spikes or racemes of whorled, 2-lipped flowers
Plant details
Suggested usesBedding, containers, hanging baskets.
Care notes
CultivationPlant after last frost in fertile soil.
PruningDeadhead regularly.
PropagationGrow from seed in spring.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.