Overview
Stachys tmolea is a perennial, clump-forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Stachys, part of the Lamiaceae family, with grey, woolly, mat-forming foliage. Stachys tmolea 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 tmolea 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 in the UK (H7) and is suitable for use at the front of borders, as ground cover, or in cottage and wildlife gardens. Stachys tmolea flowers in spring and summer, contributing to the genus's characteristic upright spikes 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 tmolea 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 tmolea
- Propagation
- Seed, division
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Stachys tmolea?
Stachys tmolea prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Stachys tmolea need?
Stachys tmolea grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Stachys tmolea hardy in the UK?
Stachys tmolea 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 tmolea?
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
