Overview
Stachys spinulosa is a perennial, clump-forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Stachys, part of the Lamiaceae family, with grey, woolly, mat-forming foliage. Stachys spinulosa 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 spinulosa 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 best suited for use at the front of borders, as ground cover, or in cottage and wildlife gardens. Stachys spinulosa is most notable in spring and summer, contributing to the garden with its characteristic upright spikes of bilabiate flowers typical of the genus.
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 spinulosa 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 spinulosa
- Propagation
- Seed, division
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Stachys spinulosa?
Stachys spinulosa prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Stachys spinulosa need?
Stachys spinulosa grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Stachys spinulosa hardy in the UK?
Stachys spinulosa 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 spinulosa?
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
