About
Stachys thirkei is a compact, grey-woolly perennial producing narrow, woolly, grey-silver leaves and whorled spikes of small, pale pink, two-lipped flowers in summer. An ornamental and tactile Stachys for a sunny, well-drained border or gravel garden.
About the genus
A genus of the orchid family from Central and South America. This genus of epiphytic orchids is characteristic for its complex flowers. Flowers grow downwards and are strongly fragrant, but fairy short-lived. Ribbed, ovoid pseudobulbs form a tight clump, with each carrying one large, stemmed leaf
Plant details
Suggested usesIndoor display, conservatories.
Care notes
CultivationGrow in orchid compost. Bright indirect light.
PruningRemove spent spikes. Repot when crowded.
PropagationDivide when repotting.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.