Overview
Teucrium canadense is a clump forming, bushy shrubs in the genus Teucrium, part of the Lamiaceae family, with semi evergreen or evergreen foliage. Teucrium canadense grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, wildflower meadow and wildlife gardens.
About
Teucrium canadense, commonly known as Canada germander, American germander, or wood sage, is a perennial herb in the family Lamiaceae. It is native to North America where it is found across the contiguous states of the United States and in much of Canada.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Teucrium
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Teucrium canadense size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Shrubs
- Habit
- Clump forming, Bushy
- Foliage
- Semi evergreen or Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, Wildflower meadow, Wildlife gardens
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Teucrium canadense
- Propagation
- Seed, softwood or semi-ripe cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Teucrium canadense?
Teucrium canadense prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Teucrium canadense need?
Teucrium canadense grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Teucrium canadense hardy in the UK?
Teucrium canadense has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.
How do I propagate Teucrium canadense?
Seed, softwood or semi-ripe cuttings.
More in the Teucrium genus
- Teucriumgermander
- Teucrium aroanium
- Teucrium betonicumMadeira germander
- Teucrium bicolor
- Teucrium botryscut-leaved germander
- Teucrium brevifolium
- Teucrium capitatum
- Teucrium chamaedrys 'Nanum'
