About
A semi-evergreen perennial to 60cm tall, with semi-evergreen, variegated sage-like green leaves that have a very decorative frilly margin, sometimes with a pale creamy-white edge. The flower spikes consist of small, red-tinted, greeish-yellow flowers in summer which are rich in nectar for pollinators.
About the genus
Teucrium can be herbaceous perennials, deciduous or evergreen shrubs or sub-shrubs, with paired, aromatic leaves and tubular, 1-lipped flowers in whorls
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun
Soil typeChalk, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureWell-drained
AspectEast-facing, West-facing, South-facing
ExposureSheltered
UK hardinessH5
Plant details
Plant typeHerbaceous Perennial, Shrubs
HabitClump forming, Bushy
FoliageSemi evergreen, Evergreen
Height0.5-1 metres
Spread0.5-1 metres
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesCottage and informal garden, Wildflower meadow, Wildlife gardens
ToxicityHarmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling LJD
Care notes
CultivationGrow in light, well-drained soil in partial shade
PruningPrune in spring, before new growth begins, to maintain shape
PropagationPropagate by softwood or semi-ripe cuttings
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free