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STACHYS SEEDS

Stachys byzantina, S. macrantha



PR02539 LAMB'S EAR
Stachys Seeds

Stachys byzantina

Forms dense, ground-hugging mats of silver, wooly tongue-shaped leaves. In late spring or early summer flower stalks to 18 inches high carry whorls of purple flowers. An excellent choice for edging paths or borders and looks terrific planted under roses. Easy to grow and widely adapted, it tolerates cool weather as well as summer heat, but does not thrive in climates that are both hot and humid. Winter hardy to zone 4.


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PR02541 BIG BETONY
Stachys Seeds

Stachys macrantha (S. grandiflora)

When mass planted this hardy perennial is spectacular. In bloom they can easily be viewed from 100 yards away. The bright purple-rose flowers are produced in whirls of 10-20 on 18-24 inch stems. Bloom begins in late spring and continues throughout the summer. Looks great combined with Lady's Mantle, Shasta Daisies, or Old Roses. Grows to 2 feet tall. Winter hardy to zone 3.


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Stachys macrantha Illustration, 1827How to Plant Stachys seedsHow to Plant STACHYS Seeds

Sow seeds in cell packs or peat pots, press into soil but do not cover. Needs light to germinate. Kept at 70° F., germination usually occurs within 4-5 weeks. If not, put container inside a zip-lock bag and refrigerate for 4 weeks. Then return to 70° F. until germination occurs.

Stachys byzantina, Perennial Seeds